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Badminton: BWF Singles World Rankings - Shi Yuqi, An Seyoung continue to hold no. 1 spots

Who holds the top spot in the [badminton](https://olympics.com/en/sports/badminton/) **BWF Singles World Rankings**?

You can find the latest answer below for both the **men's singles** and **women's singles** events.

In the most recent update on 10 December, **Shi Yuqi** of the People's Republic of China retained the top spot in the men's rankings with Olympic champion **An Seyoung** also staying at No. 1 in the women's.

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## Men's BWF Singles World Rankings - Top 25 complete list

*Standings updated on 10 December 2024. Full list [here.](https://bwfbadminton.com/rankings/?id=2)*

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## Women's BWF Singles World Rankings - Top 25 complete list

*Standings updated on 10 December 2024. Full list [here](https://bwfbadminton.com/rankings/?id=2).*

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Badminton: BWF Singles World Rankings - Shi Yuqi, An Seyoung continue to hold no. 1 spots

Men's BWF Singles World Rankings - Top 25 complete list

Women's BWF Singles World Rankings - Top 25 complete list

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