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Racket clashes are an unfortunate but common part of badminton, especially in fast-paced doubles play. When two rackets collide, it can be shocking to see one snap instantly while the other appears completely unharmed — sometimes even when the broken racket is from a premium or “stronger” brand.
So why does this happen?
When rackets clash, three key factors determine the outcome:
If force is concentrated at a weak structural point — such as the frame edge or a high-stress junction — the racket can fail instantly. Meanwhile, the opposing racket may absorb or deflect the force without visible damage.
A racket doesn’t need to show scratches or dents to have transferred destructive force. In many cases, the racket that survives simply wasn’t struck at a vulnerable angle. This is why even the most expensive, professional-grade rackets can break in clashes — and why cheaper or less rigid rackets sometimes walk away untouched.
Think of a car accident: two cars collide, yet one may be completely written off while the other only has a dent. That doesn’t mean one car was poorly built — it’s simply how energy was transferred in that specific impact.
The same principle applies to badminton rackets.
At high levels of play, racket clashes happen at greater speeds, increasing the chance of breakage. Many professional and international players have experienced top-tier rackets breaking instantly in clashes — it’s frustrating, but it’s also part of the sport.
A broken racket after a clash doesn’t automatically indicate poor quality or defective materials. In most cases, it’s simply bad luck combined with physics.
At Volant, we stand behind the design and build quality of our rackets, and we’re always open to reviewing individual cases to ensure our customers are supported.
If you’ve experienced a racket clash and aren’t sure what happened, we’re always happy to talk it through.
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