Announcement

Tribute to Frede Kruse-Christiansen

Badminton Denmark has paid tribute to Frede Kruse-Christiansen, former chairman of Badminton Denmark (1978 to 1988), who passed away at the age of 82 on Sunday 28 June 2026.

Frede Kruse-Christiansen was a prominent figure in Danish and international badminton for decades and he left a lasting legacy for the sport.

He was chair of the Organising Committee of three World Championships in Copenhagen – in 1983, 1991 and 1999.

For world badminton, the World Championships in1983 was a significant moment in the journey to get into the Olympic Games when then IOC President Samaranch was present to witness extraordinary match plan and the presentation of our sport the highest levels.

Frede Kruse-Christiansen was Honorary member of Badminton Denmark, Team Denmark and the Danish Olympic Committee and was presented with the BWF Meritorious Service Award in 1991.

 

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