Badminton Betting Odds

In the world of racquet sports betting, badminton stands out with its use of a unique feathered projectile known as a shuttlecock, rather than a ball. Due to the delicate nature of the shuttlecock and its sensitivity to air currents, professional badminton is exclusively played indoors to avoid any interference from wind or air resistance. In competitive matches, shuttlecocks can soar across the court at astonishing speeds exceeding 300 km/hour.

Badminton Betting

The sport's major competitions include the prestigious World Championships, with the 29th edition of the tournament set to be held in late August 2024, and the Olympic Games. Historically, China has dominated the badminton scene, outperforming other countries like Indonesia and South Korea. The game's fast pace and relentless action demand significant aerobic power, making it a physically demanding sport at the competitive level.

Most top-tier badminton tournaments follow a knockout format, with notable exceptions being the Olympic Games and the BWF Tour Finals. For bettors, one strategic approach is live betting, and simply place in-play bets during matches to capitalize on the dynamic nature of the game.

Betting on the BWF World Tour

The BWF World Tour, organized by the Badminton World Federation (BWF), features a series of Grade 2 tournaments that attract the world’s best players. The competition includes singles matches for both men and women, as well as doubles matches for men, women, and mixed pairs.

The badminton season spans from January to November, encompassing 31 tournaments categorized into six levels: Super 1000 (three tournaments), Super 750 (five tournaments), Super 500 (seven tournaments), Super 300 (eleven tournaments), and Super 100 (five tournaments). Each level offers varying ranking points and prize money, contributing to the tour's competitive allure.

The climax of the BWF tour occurs in December with a Masters tournament. This exclusive event invites only the top eight singles players and the top eight doubles pairs in each discipline from the BWF World Tour rankings, setting the stage for high-stakes matches and thrilling finishes. So whether you’re a newbie to the sport or a badminton behemoth, Sportingbet is your base for premium badminton betting.