Para badminton is gearing up for an important year as the qualification period for the Paralympic Games 2020 begins. This will be the first time that our sport will be featured in this mega event, and it’s truly exciting!
Our players are diligently preparing to qualify for the Para Panam Games Lima 2019, and they will be participating in various tournaments around the world to earn points for the World Ranking. Let’s take a look at some of the information provided by the International Paralympic Committee on their website, paralympic.org.
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The year started with the beginning of the qualification period for badminton at the Tokyo 2020 Games, marking the sport’s Paralympic debut. The 2019 calendar is packed with events where athletes can accumulate points towards the Paralympic ranking list. These points eventually translate into Paralympic qualification slots for their countries.
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The first world ranking event is scheduled from 25-30 March in Antalya, Turkey. This will be followed by four more competitions in Dubai, UAE; Kampala, Uganda; Ottawa, Canada; and Dublin, Ireland. The World Championships in Basel, Switzerland, taking place in August, will offer even higher world ranking points.
Further ranking points can be earned at five more major international competitions in Bangkok, Thailand; Beijing, China; Odense, Denmark; and Ballarat, Australia. In September, there will be a competition in Tokyo, Japan, which will also serve as the Paralympics’ Test Event. This will give athletes a chance to experience the venue where history will be made.
The Asian Para Games held in October last year set the stage for a positive outlook in 2019 for many athletes. India’s Pramod Bhagat’s gold medal helped him finish 2018 at the top of the men’s SL 3 world ranking, making him a strong contender in Basel. His compatriot, Tarun Tarun, also secured an Asian Para Games victory, keeping him in the top five of the men’s SL 4.
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The European Championships last year saw home favorite Lucas Mazur capture the SL 4 title, solidifying his position at the No. 1 spot. Germany’s Valeska Knoblauch secured the women’s singles WH 1 title, wrapping up a successful season and moving up to No. 2 in the category, closing in on Thailand’s Sujirat Pookkham.
Giuliana Poveda Flores from Peru leads the women’s singles SS 6 after winning the home Parapan American Championships last year.
With the qualification period underway and the anticipation for the Paralympic Games 2020 building up, the para badminton community is eagerly looking forward to showcasing their skills and making history at this prestigious event.
FAQs
Q: What is the qualification period for the Paralympic Games 2020?
A: The qualification period for the Paralympic Games 2020 has begun, and para badminton players are striving to earn points in various tournaments to secure their spots in this historic event.
Q: Where is the first world ranking event scheduled to take place?
A: The first world ranking event is set to be held in Antalya, Turkey, from 25-30 March. This tournament will provide athletes with an opportunity to accumulate points towards the Paralympic ranking list.
Q: How many major international competitions are there for athletes to earn ranking points?
A: Athletes can continue earning ranking points at five more major international competitions in Bangkok, Thailand; Beijing, China; Odense, Denmark; and Ballarat, Australia. These events play a crucial role in determining their qualification for the Paralympic Games.
Summary
As the qualification period for the Paralympic Games 2020 begins, para badminton players are gearing up for an exciting year. They will be participating in various tournaments around the world, accumulating points towards the Paralympic ranking list. The first world ranking event will be held in Antalya, Turkey, followed by several more competitions before the World Championships in Basel, Switzerland. Athletes can also earn ranking points at major international competitions in Bangkok, Beijing, Odense, and Ballarat. With the Para Panam Games Lima 2019 and the Test Event in Tokyo, athletes have ample opportunities to secure their spots and make history at the Paralympic Games.
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