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World badminton to assess 25-second time clock before 2027 rollout
09.10.26, 08:27 Updated 09.10.26, 08:41 2 Minute Read
World badminton will assess its 25-second time clock system this month as it prepares for a targeted launch early next year.
The system will be tested at the Denmark and French Opens, with the governing body seeking feedback on its application and how players and umpires adapt to the rules.
The initiative aims to improve consistency and transparency in the management of time between rallies, following longstanding concerns from players and coaches about differences in how delays are handled.
Analysis of approximately 1,000 elite-level matches found average intervals of 19-22 seconds between rallies. The BWF selected 25 seconds to allow additional flexibility while encouraging continuous play.
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