[49] I can never fully retire - with Hans-Kristian Vittinghus

Thommy, Kirsty, and Marvin are back for another wide-ranging chat from the European tour — from towel mix-ups and giveaways to the excitement of the upcoming home tournament in Saarbrücken.Marvin breaks down what makes playing in front of home crowds so special, while Kirsty shares her take on league formats around Europe. The squad dives deep into how the German league might change, why promotion and relegation can be a trap, and what it takes to keep competition strong.Later, Thommy talks about his brutal multi-shuttle training session (“I died, my back still hurts!”), and Kirsty reminds everyone just how underestimated badminton’s intensity really is. Things wrap up with a hilarious twist — Marvin’s long-term plan to switch from the badminton court to the golf course (give him 12 years).

Kirsty Gilmour is back on Shuttlesquad! In episode 51, Thommy catches up with her after an eventful few weeks — from winning the Badminton XL League in Jakarta to battling through injuries in Finland. Kirsty shares how the unique 3v3 format works, why doubles players impressed her more than ever, and why the HYLO Open hall remains one of the toughest on tour.They also talk German “efficiency,” shuttle buses that never arrive, and Thommy’s recent engagement (congrats!). It’s a mix of behind-the-scenes badminton chaos, humor, and heartfelt life moments — classic Shuttlesquad energy.

Episode 50! Thommy is joined by Christo Popov and Marvin Seidel for a boys’ club special. Christo reflects on back-to-back semifinals, breaking into the world’s top 10, and the pressure of being the hunted instead of the hunter. Marvin talks about adjusting to mixed doubles, building a new partnership, and finding rhythm at smaller tournaments.The squad also dives deep into the hidden complexity of badminton tactics and the chaos of windy conditions, before looking ahead to the European leg: Denmark, French Open, and a “home” showdown in Saarbrücken. Plus, memories of first tournaments, commentary confessions, and why the smallest details make the biggest difference.#Shuttlesquad #BadmintonPodcast #BadmintonLife #InsideBadminton

In this special episode, Thommy sits down with danish legend Hans-Kristian Vittinghus at the World Championships in Paris. From his early memories of the Bitburger Open to becoming Denmark’s men’s singles coach, HK shares candid reflections on his career highs, the Thomas Cup victory, and the challenges of missing out on the Olympics.They dive into:- The transition from player to coach and how relationships with teammates change- Building Denmark’s next generation of singles players- Perspectives on national training setups vs. independent paths- Why he’s stepped back from social media and commentary to focus on players- His biggest career moments and long-term coaching goalsAn honest, insightful conversation with one of badminton’s most respected voices—don’t miss it.#Shuttlesquad #BadmintonPodcast #HansKristianVittinghus #BWF #DenmarkBadminton #ThomasCup #BadmintonCoaching

The full squad is back! 🎙️ Christo Popov, Kirsty Gilmour, Marvin Seidel, and Thommy Fuchs dive into the 2025 World Championships, sharing their highs, surprises, and personal experiences.From Kirsty’s close battles in Paris to Christo’s electric winning set that made the arena erupt, the team relives the best moments and the passion of the French fans. They also discuss the rise of Indonesian badminton, Yamaguchi’s quiet dominance, and the unexpected medal stories that defined the tournament.Beyond Paris, Christo gives a glimpse into the hectic Hong Kong swing, Kirsty recalls the drama of Hong Kong tournaments (and the legendary welcome dinners 🍣), and Marvin reflects on team league matches in Denmark, preparing for his comeback and the upcoming home highlight at the HYLO Open. Thommy, meanwhile, shares his wild first experience competing at the European AirBadminton Championships in Baku.An episode full of insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and laughs — perfect for anyone who loves badminton at the highest level.

In this special episode, recorded during the Badminton World Championships in Paris, Thommy sits down with Greg and Jenny Mairs, the creators of Badminton Insight and (former) professional mixed doubles players from England. They share the story behind their journey — from competing on the World Tour to building one of the most popular badminton content platforms in the world.We hope you enjoy this special! Let us know in the comments if we should do more episodes with guests. And if you are watching the video of this episode: sorry for the bad lighting. #shuttlesquad #badmintonpodcast #badmintoninsight

The Badminton World Championships in Paris are over - at least for the Squad. Kirsty lost to Thuy Linh Nguyen in round 2 and Christo was defeated by world number 1 Shi Yuqi in the round of 16. A day after the dramatic match in the Adidas Arena, Thommy and Christo are wrapping up Christo's week. They take you on a journey through his week - from arriving in Paris, through final preparations, first matches and the dramatic ending that came earlier than we all hoped for. A short, near live episode straight from our hotel room in rainy Paris. Enjoy! Thanks for tuning in - like, subscribe and let us know your thoughts in the comments :) #Badminton #Shuttlesquad #BWFWorldChampionships #Paris #ChristoPopov #ThommyFox

Thommy, Kirsty, and Marvin sit down for an honest chat that blends sport and life. Marvin opens up about the loss of his children, how he and his wife are finding support, and what it means to return to training. He also shares why he and Daniel won’t be in Paris for the World Championships this year.Kirsty takes us inside her Worlds taper - perfectly timed sessions, energy management, and what keeps her motivated for a 10th appearance. The squad then looks ahead with predictions for Paris before tackling Thommy’s World Championships quiz.Thanks for tuning in - and if this conversation resonated with you, our DMs are open.#Badminton #Shuttlesquad #BWFWorldChampionships #Paris #KirstyGilmour #MarvinSeidel #ThommyFox

This week, Thommy, Kirsty, and Christo are joined by special guest & former co-host Selena Piek for a heartfelt (and often hilarious) conversation about her retirement from professional badminton. From career highlights to behind-the-scenes tour memories, Selina opens up about the highs, lows, and lessons from over 15 years on court.The crew also chats about life after sport, Olympic dreams, funny travel moments, and the new 25-second shot clock being trialed at the World Championships.🎧 Watch & listen now on Spotify & Youtube.#Shuttlesquad #BadmintonPodcast #SelenaPiek #BWF #InsideBadminton

An episode planned as a little 20-minute chat between Kirsty and Thommy turned into a full 40min+ one with loads of different interesting topics:- Preparations for the World Championships - especially working on details and the suspicious, guilty feeling of tapering before an important competition. - Kirsty's show debut at the worldfamous Fringe Festival- Badminton dropping out of the Commomwealth Games - The endless comeback journey of Mark Lamsfuß- Doping in Badmintonand much more If you like our podcast please leave a rating on your favourite podcast platform and also follow us on Instagram @shuttlesquad.podcast