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Young Interpreters Bridge Language Gap at BWF World Championship in New Delhi
✍️ Times of India
🗓 01 Sep 2026, 08:45 AM
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At the recently concluded BWF World Championship in New Delhi, a team of young Mandarin, Japanese and Korean interpreters used archival footage and AI tools to deliver accurate translations during high‑pressure media interviews.
The BWF World Championship wrapped up in New Delhi last week, drawing top badminton players from across the globe. Behind the scenes, a team of young interpreters handled the linguistic challenges that came with such a diverse field.
Fluent in Mandarin, Japanese and Korean, the interpreters were tasked with translating player statements for international media. They prepared by reviewing archival footage of past matches and employing AI‑powered translation tools to refine their accuracy.
Organizers reported that the interpreters worked under tight deadlines, often translating in real time during press conferences and post‑match interviews. Their efforts ensured that players’ messages were conveyed without distortion across multiple languages.
The event highlighted the growing importance of professional interpretation in sports, as the global audience for badminton continues to expand. The interpreters’ work received praise from both players and media outlets for maintaining the integrity of the athletes’ words.
Fluent in Mandarin, Japanese and Korean, the interpreters were tasked with translating player statements for international media. They prepared by reviewing archival footage of past matches and employing AI‑powered translation tools to refine their accuracy.
Organizers reported that the interpreters worked under tight deadlines, often translating in real time during press conferences and post‑match interviews. Their efforts ensured that players’ messages were conveyed without distortion across multiple languages.
The event highlighted the growing importance of professional interpretation in sports, as the global audience for badminton continues to expand. The interpreters’ work received praise from both players and media outlets for maintaining the integrity of the athletes’ words.