Aug 14, 2011 CE
Previous World Championships Conclude
The most recent World Championships prior to the 2012 Olympic year were the 2011 BWF World Championships, held in London, England, concluding on August 14, 2011.
Chronological Storyline (5 Milestones)
Jan 1, 2012 CE
No World Championship Scheduled
The BWF World Championships are held annually except during Olympic years. Therefore, no 2012 Badminton World Championship was scheduled or held.
Jul 28, 2012 CE
Badminton at the 2012 Summer Olympics Begins
Serving as the highest tier of badminton competition for the year, the 2012 Olympic badminton tournament began on July 28, 2012, at Wembley Arena in London.
Aug 5, 2012 CE
Conclusion of Olympic Badminton
The badminton events at the 2012 Summer Olympics concluded on August 5, 2012, with China winning gold in 4 out of 5 disciplines, and Denmark taking the men's singles gold.
Aug 5, 2013 CE
Resumption of the World Championships
Following the 2012 Olympic year, the BWF World Championships resumed in 2013, held in Guangzhou, China, from August 5 to August 11.