Sri Lankan International Umpire Lakpriya Edirisinghe to Officiate at Malaysia Masters 2026 and Singapore Open 2026
Sri Lanka’s badminton fraternity has another proud moment to celebrate as international badminton umpire Lakpriya Edirisinghe has been selected to officiate at two major international tournaments.
The Malaysia Masters 2026 from 19-24 May and the Singapore Open 2026 from 26-31 May under the Badminton World Federation (BWF) calendar.
Lakpriya Edirisinghe, who has steadily built a reputation in international badminton officiating through dedication, professionalism, and experience, will represent Sri Lanka on one of the sport’s biggest global stages.
His appointment reflects the growing recognition of Sri Lankan technical officials in international badminton competitions.
The Malaysia Masters and the Singapore Open are among World’s premier badminton tournaments, attracting many of the world’s top-ranked players and officials.
Being selected to officiate at these prestigious events is considered a significant achievement for any international umpire.
Over the years,
Edirisinghe has contributed immensely to badminton both locally and internationally, earning respect for his calm decision-making, knowledge of the game, and commitment to maintaining the highest standards of officiating.
Speaking about the opportunity, members of the local badminton community expressed pride in seeing a Sri Lankan official continue to gain international recognition through the Badminton World Federation platform.
His participation at these tournaments not only marks a personal milestone but also serves as an inspiration for aspiring Sri Lankan badminton officials aiming to reach the international arena.
The Sri Lankan badminton community wishes Lakpriya Edirisinghe success as he prepares to officiate at the Malaysia Masters 2026 and Singapore Open 2026, proudly carrying the Sri Lankan name onto the global badminton stage.
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