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For the first time online, all four hosts are present! Kirsty, Christo, Marvin, and Thommy reunite for a full squad episode. From tournament grind to solo travel, revenge matches to odd food adventures – this one has it all.Highlights include:Kirsty’s reflections on traveling solo in AsiaMarvin’s Canada recap and tactical lessonsChristo joining mid-episode straight from the physio after his Japan Open match New projects: the Women's Badminton League (WBL)A truly unforgettable cucumber experience in ChengduTune in for laughs, insights, and questionable food descriptions. Available now on Spotify and Youtube.#Shuttlesquad #BadmintonPodcast #Episode40 #BWF #InsideBadminton #WBL #ChristoPopov #MarvinSeidel #KirstyGilmour

Join host Thommy and Kirsty as they welcome the second guest in ShuttleSquad history: Mia Blichfeldt for an unfiltered Girls Club session. They talk dropping bad habits, major life changes, the Women’s Badminton Collective, and confront one important topic, that is still too often tabooed: menstrual cycle in elite competition.What You’ll Discover in This Episode:How two Olympians became roommates, friends, and then co‑foundersMia’s bold move to train and live in southern France—for love, performance and mental health.A deeper dive into WBC’s goals: equal opportunities, tournaments, and visibility for female athletesWhy male coaches need to talk—and openly—with female athletes💬 Your voice matters: Like, comment, subscribe—and help push conversations forward for female athletes everywhere.Follow Women’s Badminton Collective: @wbc_badmintonFollow the athletes: @kirstygilmourr @mia_blichfeldt and out host @thommyfox#GirlsClub #WomenInSport #Badminton #WBC #shuttlesquad #podcast

This week, it’s just the guys! With Kirsty on holiday, Christo Popov and Marvin Seidel join Thommy for a wide-ranging chat on all things badminton. From life after a short break to the challenges of climbing the rankings, the group gets real about the demands of the tour, the state of the sport, and what keeps them going.💬 Plus: some bold opinions, laughs, and a few personal updates from Christo and Marvin.🎧 Watch and listen now on Spotify and Youtube.#Shuttlesquad #BadmintonPodcast #Episode38 #ChristoPopov #MarvinSeidel #BWF #InsideBadminton

Thommy catches up with Christo Popov and Kirsty Gilmour after the recent Asian tour. Christo shares insights on the tough conditions in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia, while Kirsty talks training, travel, and tournament life. Plus, the squad dives into hot takes on nutrition, doubles vs. singles, and An Se-young’s future.🎧 Tune in for laughs, behind-the-scenes stories, and sharp badminton chat!

In this exciting episode 36 of the ShuttleSquad – Badminton Podcast, Kirsty, Marvin, and Thommy dive into some major upcoming changes in the world of badminton, while Christo is busy competing in the Singapore Open semifinals.Thommy brings a fresh perspective by sharing lessons from recent tennis and gymnastics tournaments—what can badminton learn from these sports?And don’t miss the end of the episode, where Marvin opens up with some personal stories and insights you won’t want to miss.Tune in, get inspired, and stay ahead of the game with Episode 36 of the ShuttleSquad!

In this episode, host Thomas Fuchs is joined by Christo Popov and Kirsty Gilmour to take a deep dive into the current badminton scoring system. Is it holding the sport back? Could a change make it more attractive? The squad shares their thoughts, debates possible improvements, and explores how tweaking the system could elevate the game to new heights.This week, the crew also introduces something new: Three Hot Takes. Bold, controversial, and sure to spark debate—find out what they are and why the squad is fired up about them!Finally, Christo Popov gives exclusive insights into his Malaysia Masters draw, which kicks off on May 20th.Enjoy Episode 35 of the ShuttleSquad!

Who's the best coach Marvin's ever had? What is he focussing on while doing video analysis? Is there a training exercise Marvin really hates? In this one on one episode the newly crowned winner of the Luxembourg Open in mixed doubles Marvin Seidel & Thommy Fuchs are discussing these - and many more questions - regarding Marvin's life as a professional badminton player. Enjoy episode 34 of the ShuttleSquad!

Is the badminton calendar too full? How can we create more highlights? When is it okay to push through an injury and when is it better to call it off? Are we all just a little tired of badminton after a fast paced start to 2025? Kirsty, Marvin, and Thommy discussing all these topics in this weeks podcast episode. Enjoy episode 33 of the ShuttleSquad!

Please welcome our first guest in ShuttleSquad history: Toma Junior Popov! This episode provides insight in the relationship of the french brothers Toma Junior and Christo Popov who both are in the top-25 in the men's singels world ranking + are also ranked no. 18 in men's doubles! Two brothers on court with their dad as coach behind the court becoming European Champion just recently in Horsens - The battle for one spot in the men's singels competition of the Paris Olympics. Definitely an episode worth listening for every badminton fan. Enjoy episode 32 of ShuttleSquad!

Christo Popov just became European Champions... in doubles! No front, but we didn't see that coming, and Christo also didn't. In this episode we obviously wrap up the European Championships that took place in Horsens, Denmark form April 8 -13. Not a full wrap, as Kirsty could not join the Squad this week, but for sure a nice little chat about upsets, surprises and an unlucky week for team Denmark (at least in the men's disciplines) in Horsens. Also: Marvin's team Saarbrücken-Bischmisheim is facing Christo's team Dortelweil in the Bundesliga seminfinals and the Squad discusses which scoring system they like most. Enjoy episode 31 of ShuttleSquad!