Source:REUTERS/Chalinee Thirasupa
[Saba Sports News] Who would have thought that the biggest news from the 2026 All England Open Badminton Championships would not be about the outstanding performance of a star player, but rather an unexpected withdrawal: the Thai mixed doubles pair Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Supissara Paewsampran have withdrawn from the 2026 All England Open Badminton Championships. Originally, they were the tournament’s third seeds, and both the media and fans viewed them as strong contenders for the championship. Unfortunately, Supissara suddenly suffered from food poisoning and had to be hospitalized, leaving them unable to compete. For Dechapol, this is yet another blow to their dream of winning the All England Open Badminton Championships, which is the oldest and most prestigious Super 1000 event in badminton history. Over the years, they have been putting in a lot of effort. In the past year, they maintained a spot in the world’s top five rankings, secured two championships in Super 500 and Super 750 events, and reached the semifinals three times, boasting a winning rate of over 50% against top ten-ranked pairs. Yet, they always seemed to fall just short of the All England Open Badminton Championships title.
The editor believes that while this food poisoning incident was unfortunate, it serves as a reminder of the health risks associated with international travel, especially long flights, which can make travelers prone to stomach issues due to fatigue. The badminton world changes rapidly, and opportunities for championships are fleeting. For them, the next chance at the All England Open Badminton Championships will not be until 2027. Sometimes, luck is also a part of strength.