In this episode of the Average Not Average Podcast, CK Yew and Viktor Axelsen discuss Viktor's rehabilitation journey after injury, the mental challenges of managing identity while not competing, and the decision-making process regarding his participation in the upcoming 2025 BWF World Championships. They also delve into new badminton rules, the launch of Viktor's new racket line, and the financial aspects of being a professional badminton player. The conversation wraps up with predictions for the World Championships and insights on how to grow the sport of badminton.Timestamps00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter02:25 Rehabilitation Journey and Progress07:51 Managing Identity During Injury10:58 Mental Challenges and Routine Maintenance16:19 Decision-Making Process for Withdrawal21:52 Future Plans and Sponsorship Dynamics24:32 Adapting to Change in Badminton24:58 The Introduction of Shot Clocks26:36 Umpiring Challenges with New Rules28:13 Trialling New Match Formats30:00 Excitement for the VA Range Launch32:38 Engaging the Next Generation of Players34:30 The Financial Landscape of Badminton36:55 The Future of Badminton and Its Growth39:24 The Best Viewing Angles for Badminton41:40 Predictions for the World ChampionshipsFollow in on the conversation and follow on social media for more content. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0BwlJdllHEuttY24Jbcrz8?si=d5-BYAQkSoG7pMhKdskf4QApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-average-not-average-podcast/id1797766159Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theaveragenotaverage/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQxuJfUZRhZn4s5SDKoS_VwCK's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCkmY5ThPy3GLINI0m06ffaQViktor's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCkuVto4oGsgdEisvXlUaHvg CK's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ckyew_official/Viktor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viktoraxelsen/

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