The 2018

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was a

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tournament which was held from 30 July to 5 August at Nanjing Youth Olympic Games Sports Park Arena in

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, China.

Host city selection

Nanjing was the only bidder for 2018 edition of championships. The bid was approved by Badminton World Federation during council meeting in

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Schedule

Five events were held.Schedule
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Players

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Medal summary

Medal table

Medalists

International broadcasters

References

External links

Official websiteBWF website
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2018 BWF World Championships

Sport in Nanjing