How does the protected ranking system work in badminton?
The protected ranking system in badminton is a system that allows injured players to retain their ranking for a certain period of time. This is to prevent players from dropping out of the rankings too far due to an injury that prevents them from competing.
To be eligible for a protected ranking, a player must meet the following criteria:
- Be ranked in the top 100 of the world rankings
- Have been injured for a minimum of 6 months
If a player meets these criteria, they can apply to the Badminton World Federation (BWF) for a protected ranking. The BWF will then consider the player's injury and decide whether or not to grant them a protected ranking.
If a player is granted a protected ranking, they will retain their ranking for a period of 12 months. During this time, they will not be able to compete in any tournaments. However, they will be able to train and practice, and they will be able to enter tournaments once their injury has healed.
The protected ranking system is a valuable tool for injured players. It allows them to retain their ranking and avoid dropping out of the rankings too far. This can be a significant advantage when they return to competition.
FAQs:
- Can players apply for a protected ranking if they are not ranked in the top 100? No, only players ranked in the top 100 of the world rankings are eligible for a protected ranking.
- How long does a protected ranking last? A protected ranking lasts for a period of 12 months.
- Can players compete in tournaments while they have a protected ranking? No, players cannot compete in any tournaments while they have a protected ranking.
- What happens if a player's injury heals before the end of the 12-month period? If a player's injury heals before the end of the 12-month period, they can apply to the BWF to have their protected ranking removed.
- Can players apply for a protected ranking more than once? No, players can only apply for a protected ranking once.
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