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Why Was Badminton Missing From the Commonwealth Games? 🤔

The Commonwealth Games, a big sports festival, left out badminton this year.

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Badminton was omitted from the Commonwealth Games schedule.

Gopi Chand, aged 52, believes synthetic shuttlecocks could be a greener option.

Synthetic shuttlecocks are made from man‑made materials and may reduce waste.

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Gopi Chand, a 52‑year‑old badminton supporter, suggested using plastic shuttlecocks to protect the planet 🌱.

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Commonwealth

A group of countries that share history and hold sports events together.

Synthetic

Something created by people instead of found in nature.

Shuttlecock

The small, feather‑like object hit back and forth in badminton.

Sustainable

Doing something that does not hurt the Earth over time.

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