Coaches who work with sport psychologists to utilise psychological training can enhance sport performance by playing a crucial role in guiding players to help them identify their strengths, manage stress, and build effective partnerships. The choice between playing singles or doubles in badminton depends on psychological and physiological factors, emphasizing that players must consider their physical strengths (speed, endurance) as well as psychological tendencies (self-reliance vs teamwork).

Mental strength is important in both disciplines, with singles demanding high concentration and self-regulation, while doubles require quick reactions, seamless cooperation, and strong communication between partners.

Article is in Mandarin.

Learn more on this from IMU University’s Senior Lecturer, Alexius Cheang Weng Onn at Singles or Doubles?: Self-Adjustment is Key (China Press, 30 December 2024).