Badminton is a racquet sport played either in singles (one player per side) or doubles (two players per side). The game involves a shuttlecock, a feathered or synthetic projectile, which players hit over a net. Points are scored when the shuttlecock lands in the opponent's half of the court. Badminton requires agility, quick reflexes, and strategic play. It's a popular sport globally and is played both recreationally and competitively.

Badminton has a rich history that dates back centuries. The modern version of the sport originated in British India during the mid-19th century, where it was initially called "Poona." British army officers stationed in India introduced the game to England in the 1870s. The sport gained popularity, and the Bath Badminton Club, established in 1877, standardized the rules.

The name "badminton" is derived from Badminton House in Gloucestershire, England, the home of the Duke of Beaufort, where the game was played. The first official rules of badminton were published in 1877, and the Bath Badminton Club is credited with codifying the game.

Badminton's global expansion continued, and the Badminton World Federation (BWF) was founded in 1934 to oversee international competition. Badminton became an Olympic sport in 1992, further solidifying its status on the world stage. Today, it is enjoyed by millions of players and fans worldwide.

The name "badminton" is derived from Badminton House in Gloucestershire, England, the home of the Duke of Beaufort, where the game was played. The first official rules of badminton were published in 1877, and the Bath Badminton Club is credited with codifying the game.

Badminton's global expansion continued, and the Badminton World Federation (BWF) was founded in 1934 to oversee international competition. Badminton became an Olympic sport in 1992, further solidifying its status on the world stage. Today, it is enjoyed by millions of players and fans worldwide.