BWF tests synthetic shuttles as feather costs rise 300%
- The Badminton World Federation BWF is testing synthetic shuttles because natural feather shuttles are becoming much more expensive and harder to source.
- Feather shuttle prices have reportedly risen by around 300%, partly because changes in poultry consumption in China have reduced the supply of suitable goose feathers.
- Synthetic shuttles last longer and could reduce replacement costs in training and matches.
- Some players worry plastic shuttles may create more waste and feel different during play.
Source: indianexpress.com
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