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Para-badminton seek 20 athletes for 2026 Egypt tour

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Patrick Muema (pictured) is expected to be named in the provisional squad for the 2026 Egypt Tour [Shadrack Andenga, File]

Badminton Kenya and Kenya Para-Badminton Federation yesterday held national trials for the upcoming Egypt Para Badminton International, scheduled for 12-18th January 2026 in Cairo, while at the same time celebrating the International Day of Persons with Disabilities in collaboration with Women Challenge to Challenge ( WCC).

Speaking during the event that was held at YMCA, Shauri Moyo in Nairobi, Badminton Kenya president Peter Muchiri said that by having their para athletes ready in time, Kenya will replicate their Africa Para Badminton Championships success in Nigeria, October 2025, where they finished second overall with 11 medals, comprising four gold, two silver and five bronze.

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