Paralympic bronze medallist Eniola Bolaji will extend her stay in Peru after winning the Peru Para Badminton International 2026, joining a high-level camp that runs until August 15.
Key takeaways
- Badminton Federation of Nigeria president Francis Orbih confirmed Bolaji’s participation.
- The programme is being delivered by the Badminton Confederation Africa, Badminton PanAm and the BFN.
- Bolaji beat Brazil’s Kauana Beckenkamp 21-12, 21-12 in the final on Sunday, August 9.
- The camp is designed to help her prepare for major events in Thailand and Indonesia later this year.
Bolaji remains in Peru after title triumph
Bolaji claimed the women’s para badminton title in Peru on Sunday, August 9, overcoming Beckenkamp in two games. The Nigerian won both sets by an identical 21-12 scoreline.
Orbih confirmed that Bolaji will not immediately return home, explaining that she is scheduled to remain in Peru through August 15 for an international training programme. He described the gathering as an advanced camp bringing together leading para badminton competitors.
Preparation for major championships
The camp is being staged under a collaboration involving Badminton Confederation Africa, Badminton PanAm and the Badminton Federation of Nigeria. Orbih said the concentrated work will be an important part of Bolaji’s build-up to her next international assignments, including major championships due to take place in Thailand and Indonesia later this year.
