'A few players will be wiped off': Pullela Gopichand warns BWF's new scoring system could change badminton forever
- The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has approved a transition to a 15x3 scoring system starting next year, replacing the current best-of-three games to 21 points.
- India's chief national coach, Pullela Gopichand, warns that this shift could "wipe off" certain players who fail to adapt to the new tactical requirements.
- The change matters because it fundamentally reshapes the sport's dynamics, favoring players who can thrive under a shorter, more intense scoring format.
- Athletes and coaches must now prepare for a significant tactical transformation to remain competitive under the new BWF regulations.
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