The first Paraguayan national badminton tournament of 2026 will take place on 21 and 22 of March. This tournament officially opens the national badminton calendar. The first national badminton tournament brings together 132 athletes from across the country for a competitive and developmental tournament.
The first national badminton tournament marks an important step in strengthening the sport at a national level. Furthermore, it also provides players with opportunities to gain experience. The tournament will gather 132 participants of different categories and clubs.
A stage for competition and development
The national badminton tournament will host 250 games across two days, to be held in the Badminton Paraguayan Association (FPB), located within the National Secretariat of Sports (SND) in Asunción. The SND is a key facility for Paraguay´s sports development and usually hosts different sports in national and regional competitions.
Organisers highlight that this type of competition is essential for strengthening badminton at a national level. Moreover, it provides athletes with structured opportunities to compete, improve performance and gain experience in an organised environment. At the same time, it contributes to building a stronger sporting community across clubs and regions.
Recent international results reflect this progress. At the I Junior International of Havana 2026, Paraguayan players Sofía and Paula Rodas secured podium finishes.
Sofía won a bronze medal in the women’s singles under-19 category, while Paula obtained a silver medal. Together, they also earned a bronze medal in women’s doubles, highlighting the growing competitiveness of Paraguayan badminton.
Participation details of the national badminton tournament
The 250 matches will cover different categories and modalities across the two days, including male and female singles, male and female doubles, and mixed doubles.
Categories include ages from sub-9 to sub-19. Sub-19 is called juniors category. Additionally, there will be open divisions based on skill level (P, C, B and A), as well as senior categories for players aged 35+, 42+ and 50+. Consequently, this broad structure allows athletes of different ages and levels to participate, reinforcing long-term development within the sport.
The event is expected to attract a strong turnout. Likewise, this reflects the growing interest in the sport as competitive discipline in Paraguay. The national badminton tournament has also the focus of preparing athletes and fostering the growth of the player base. Recent successes like the medals won by Sofia and Paula Rodas show what these tournaments are capable of.
The 2026 calendar
The national badminton tournament is part of a broader strategy to strengthen Paraguay’s presence in international badminton. The 2026 calendar includes key events from the Olympic cycle, where Paraguayan athletes are expected to compete. Among the most important competitions are the South American Youth Games 2026 in Panama, scheduled for April. Also, the South American Games in Argentina in September. National tournaments will serve as preparation platforms to consolidate the team that will represent Paraguay in these events.
Besides the results, thenational badminton tournament represents an important step in the continued growth of badminton in Paraguay. By establishing a consistent competitive circuit, the federation aims to attract new players, improve performance standards and expand the sport’s reach nationwide.
As the 2026 season begins, this first national badminton tournament sets the tone for the year ahead. Through structured competition and international projection, Paraguayan badminton continues to move toward greater development and visibility.
