The curtain fell on the 8th Lagos International
Badminton Classics at the Teslim Balogun Stadium on Saturday, with host nation
Nigeria making the podium and the event earning praise as a model for sports
tourism in Africa.
Though global heavyweights dominated the finals,
Nigeria’s Obanisola and her partner gave the home crowd reason to cheer by
clinching bronze in the Women’s Doubles, ensuring the green and white were
represented on the podium.
Elsewhere, India’s S. Lele defended her Women’s
Singles crown with a 21-15, 21-17 victory over compatriot Kashyap, while
Russia’s neutral duo Alimov and Ogloblin sealed Men’s Doubles gold against
UAE’s Ravikrishna and Rimdahoi.
Tournament organizers hailed the event as a resounding
success. “The Lagos International Badminton Classics has once again proven that
Nigeria is ready to host world-class sporting events,” said Francis Orbih,
President of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN). “We are building a
brand that showcases Africa’s talent, hospitality, and passion for badminton.”
With $17,500 prize money shared among winners and
athletes praising the hospitality of Lagos, the championship reaffirmed
Nigeria’s growing profile as a hub for global sports. The 9th edition in 2026
promises an even bigger spectacle.
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