Tsukuba University Participation in the Singapore International Challenge with Support from Pertama Ferroalloys

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Representatives from Tsukuba University Japan participated in the 2025 Singapore International Challenge, held from February 18 to 23 at the Singapore Badminton Hall East Coast. This event, sanctioned by the Badminton World Federation (BWF) and Badminton Asia, showcased emerging talents in the sport.

The Tsukuba University duo of Yamagishi Takumi and Kamiyama Koki competed fiercely in the Men’s Doubles category, successfully advancing to Round 16, where they played against Malaysian team.

Meanwhile, fellow players for the Women’s Double Kamiyama Wakana and Suzaki Saori also reached Round 16 in their division against Thai team.

Mr Yuki Nakamura expressed his support to the team, an alumnus of Tsukuba University. His commitment to supporting badminton talent extends beyond the tournament, as he has taken an active role in promoting the sport in Malaysia. 

Nakamura previously organized badminton workshops for local schools in Bintulu, Sarawak, on September 23 and 24, 2024.

These workshops featured coaching from former Japan National Badminton Player Mako Urushizaki, who achieved significant accolades, including a first-place finish at the Dubai International Challenge 2019 and the RSL Swedish Open 2019.