KUCHING: Sarawak will be hosting the Celcom Axiata Malaysia Open 2017 championship, a World Badminton Super Series, from April 4 to 9 at Stadium Perpaduan Sarawak. Sarawak Assistant Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah (pic) said the international event will be the biggest tournament ever hosted by Sarawak. School Parent and Teacher Association should select badminton players from their schools to watch the matches,” he said. The Badminton Association of Malaysia and Badminton World Federation are working closely with the Sarawak Badminton Association, Sarawak State Sports Council and state government to ensure the event goes smoothly. “We want Sarawak to be known all over the world through this international event.

Source: The Star March 03, 2017 01:37 UTC