Announcement
BAHRAIN BWF Para Badminton World Championships 2026 – iZone starts in less than a week – we are ready!!
First, our best wishes for the BAHRAIN BWF Para Badminton World Championships 2026, starting on Sunday in Manama, Bahrain.
Thanks to all the participants who attended the virtual information session last week.
The iZone – BWF’s player information and engagement zone – will be open from Sunday in Manama – Sunday 08 February 2026.
Every team / player must visit the iZone at least once during the Championships. There is information available in multiple languages.
BWF staff will be onsite to share information and activities on Integrity (Anti-Doping / Anti-Match Manipulation)
- iZone – What Information / Activities
The iZone will have a range of activities for players and Team Managers to get involved in.
The activities aim to build integrity awareness (Anti-Doping / Anti-Match Manipulation).
The iZone will offer:
- Player information / engagement.
- Highlight where to get information.
- Activities in the areas of integrity.
- Awareness / fun / opportunity to share experience on social media – Instagram.
As a reminder, the following links will take you to the recording and slides from the recent Team Managers briefing about the iZone at the upcoming BAHRAIN BWF Para Badminton World Championships 2026:
- Team Manager Role
The role of Team Manager is important; they will need to prepare players for the iZone visit and support players whilst at the iZone.
The main role of the Team Manager in this area is to:
- Visit the iZone with your team – allow up to 15-30 minutes for the visit.
- Prepare for the visit – read material we have sent you and brief your players – for example on the values of sport.
- Guide / support your team at the iZone.
- Find out where to go to get more information.
Contact / Questions
If you have any questions on the topic of integrity, please contact BWF Deputy Director – Integrity, Andy Hines-Randle ([email protected])
