Canada has been put on the map in the world of badminton. Markham, Ont., native Victor Lai took home a bronze medal at the badminton world championships in Paris over the weekend, becoming the first-ever Canadian to win a medal at the event. The 20-year-old secured the medal after a loss to world No. Lu was a formidable opponent, having recently won a silver medal at the 2025 Asian Badminton Championships. This guaranteed at least a bronze medal for Lai.