Badminton, Padel, Table Tennis to use AI driven IRS after BWF Approval: WTT, India Open set for New Review Procedure

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Gurugram-based Stupa Sports is revolutionizing shuttle and padel sports officiating with its AI-driven Instant Review System (IRS), certified by the Badminton World Federation (BWF) for all sanctioned tournaments.

This milestone paves the way for elite-level decision-making in high-profile events like the European Badminton Championships, India Open, and others across sports, democratizing access to precision technology.

Top Tournaments Adopting IRS

Several marquee competitions are poised to integrate the Stupa IRS, enhancing fairness and excitement:

European Badminton Championships: BWF's continental showcase will deploy IRS for accurate line calls in shuttlecock disputes.

India Open: This Super 750 badminton event in New Delhi gains instant reviews, boosting reliability for top stars.

Prime Volleyball League: Already partnering with Stupa, India's pro volleyball circuit expands AI analytics for challenges.

WTT Table Tennis: World Table Tennis events incorporate trajectory tracking for precise rulings.

China Pickleball: Rapidly growing pro circuit leverages IRS for shuttle and ball decisions.

These adoptions follow BWF's homologation in September and December last year, where the system exceeded the 98% accuracy benchmark at 99%, as confirmed in a letter from BWF Events Director-Technical Operations, Mr. Christopher Trenholme, to Stupa Co-founder & CEO Ms. Megha Gambhir.

Key Benefits of Instant Review System

Unlike costly traditional systems requiring heavy infrastructure, Stupa IRS slashes expenses and setup time, making elite officiating viable for smaller tournaments and emerging markets.

Cost-Effective Precision: Deploys at a fraction of rivals' costs with 99% accuracy, no complex on-site rigs needed.

Rapid Global Rollout: Lightweight, minimal-equipment design suits diverse venues; now BWF-approved for continental confederations.

Player and Fan Confidence: Delivers data-backed calls instantly, reducing disputes and elevating game integrity.

Multi-Sport Versatility: Proven in pickleball, volleyball, padel, and more, as seen in Stupa's partnerships like the Generali Hexagon Cup and Pickleball Champions League Asia Finals.

How the System Works

Stupa IRS uses multiple high-speed cameras around the court to capture the shuttlecock's real-time flight. Advanced computer vision AI analyzes the full trajectory, pinpointing landing spots with pinpoint accuracy. Officials receive instant visuals on tablets or screens, empowering swift, evidence-based reviews, transforming disputes into seamless play. This BWF certification cements the IRS, much like its AI role in Major League Table Tennis.