Wang Chi-lin Partners with Lee Yang at Morning Cup, Says Synthetic Shuttlecocks Still Need Adaptation
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- Wang Chi-lin Partners with Lee Yang at Morning Cup, Says Synthetic Shuttlecocks Still Need Adaptation
- Taiwanese badminton player Wang Chi-lin commented that time is needed to adapt to the new synthetic shuttlecocks being trialed by the Badminton World Federation. Recently becoming a father, he is also busy with childcare.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: April 12, 2026
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Taiwanese badminton player Wang Chi-lin commented that time is needed to adapt to the new synthetic shuttlecocks being trialed by the Badminton World Federation. Recently becoming a father, he is also busy with childcare.
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- Wang Chi-lin Partners with Lee Yang at Morning Cup, Says Synthetic Shuttlecocks Still Need Adaptation (April 12, 2026), PR Times
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- April 12, 2026
Taiwanese badminton player Wang Chi-lin commented that time is needed to adapt to the new synthetic shuttlecocks being trialed by the Badminton World Federation. Recently becoming a father, he is also busy with childcare.
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To promote environmental protection and sustainable management, the Badminton World Federation (BWF) will try using synthetic feather shuttlecocks in lower-level tournaments this year, and this year's Morning Cup is the first to make this attempt, allowing participating players to experience them firsthand.
Wang Chi-lin told a CNA reporter in an interview that without enough time to adapt, it's easy to send the shuttlecock flying off during a shot. After adapting, the speed of the synthetic shuttlecock is acceptable, "but there is definitely a lot of room for improvement, after all, everyone has been playing with natural feather shuttlecocks for so long."
Speaking of his recent promotion to fatherhood, Wang Chi-lin showed a satisfied smile and said that at the beginning, he really didn't dare to hold his son because he was so soft, but he got used to it after a few practice sessions. Now, bathing and changing diapers are no problem for him.
Wang Chi-lin mentioned that his wife has the hardest time, "After all, I have to go abroad for competitions frequently, and she has been taking care of things by herself at the postpartum center during this time."
After participating in the Badminton Asia Championships, Wang Chi-lin is expected to go abroad on the 20th to participate in the Thomas & Uber Cup badminton team tournament in Denmark. (Edited by Chang Ya-ching) 1150412
Wang Chi-lin told a CNA reporter in an interview that without enough time to adapt, it's easy to send the shuttlecock flying off during a shot. After adapting, the speed of the synthetic shuttlecock is acceptable, "but there is definitely a lot of room for improvement, after all, everyone has been playing with natural feather shuttlecocks for so long."
Speaking of his recent promotion to fatherhood, Wang Chi-lin showed a satisfied smile and said that at the beginning, he really didn't dare to hold his son because he was so soft, but he got used to it after a few practice sessions. Now, bathing and changing diapers are no problem for him.
Wang Chi-lin mentioned that his wife has the hardest time, "After all, I have to go abroad for competitions frequently, and she has been taking care of things by herself at the postpartum center during this time."
After participating in the Badminton Asia Championships, Wang Chi-lin is expected to go abroad on the 20th to participate in the Thomas & Uber Cup badminton team tournament in Denmark. (Edited by Chang Ya-ching) 1150412
FAQ
Why are synthetic shuttles being introduced?
To reduce the use of waterfowl feathers from an environmental and sustainability perspective, the Badminton World Federation is promoting this initiative.
How does it feel to use synthetic shuttles?
According to player Chi-Lin Wang, once you get used to them, they can be fast, but there are still differences from traditional natural shuttles that cause confusion, and there is room for improvement.
When will synthetic shuttles be used in official matches?
Currently, they are being introduced experimentally in lower-level tournaments, and the official implementation date has not been determined yet.