Badminton began in mid-19th century Pune, India, as “Poona,” played by British officers. They took it to England, where it grew in popularity and was renamed “badminton” after being played at Badminton House, Duke of Beaufort’s estate.
Badminton began in mid-19th century Pune, India, as “Poona,” played by British officers. They took it to England, where it grew in popularity and was renamed “badminton” after being played at Badminton House, Duke of Beaufort’s estate.
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Published on 15, Jun 2025