Why Badminton is the Fastest Sport You’re Underestimating
Think badminton is just a casual backyard game? Think again! The fastest projectile in sports isn't a baseball or a tennis ball—it's the badminton shuttlecock. In 2013, Malaysia's Tan Boon Heong smashed a shuttlecock at a staggering 306 miles per hour. olympic.ca

This incredible speed outpaces the fastest baseball pitch, which tops out at 105.1 mph, and even the fierce pelota in Jai Alai, known to reach 188 mph.The shuttlecock's unique design, with its conical shape and feathered skirt, allows it to accelerate rapidly off the racket. However, its lightweight structure also means it decelerates quickly, making badminton a game of both power and precision.
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