Horsens: Taleh Ziyadov, President of the Azerbaijan Badminton Federation, has been elected a member of the Board of Directors of the Badminton Europe Confederation (BEC) for the 2026-2030 term. The election took place during the 2026 BEC Congress held in Horsens, Denmark.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the decision marks a significant milestone for Azerbaijan's representation in international badminton governance. Ziyadov's election to the board is expected to enhance the visibility and influence of Azerbaijan in the European badminton community over the coming years.