Invitational Universities Badminton Championship – Ambassador Cup 2024
The “Ambassador Cup 2024” was organized by the Department of Physical Education in collaboration with the International Postgraduate Association of the University of Colombo and Colombo International Container Terminal (CICT) Ltd. This tournament was conducted under the guidance of His Excellency Qi Zhenhong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Sri Lanka, and Senior Professor (Chair) H D Karunaratne, Vice-Chancellor of the University, for the second consecutive year. The championship was held on August 14th, 15th, and 16th, 2024, at the Indoor Gymnasium of the University of Colombo, with participation from staff members and undergraduates of eight state universities. The event provided a valuable opportunity for the university community to take a break from their busy schedules, foster mental and physical well-being, and strengthen relationship networks.
The championship featured seven events:
- University Student Open Mixed Team
- University Staff Open Men’s Team
- University Open Women’s Team
- University Staff Open Mixed Team
- University Staff Over 40 Men’s Team
- University Staff Over 50 Men’s Team
- University Staff Over 40 Women’s Doubles
His Excellency Qi Zhenhong attended as the Chief Guest, while Professor Karunaratne served as the Guest of Honor at the Opening Ceremony held on August 14th, 2024. The Awarding Ceremony of the Championship was held on August 16th, 2024, with Professor Karunaratne presiding as the Chief Guest. The University of Colombo team emerged as the overall Champions of the Ambassador Cup 2024, securing 52 points, while the University of Peradeniya claimed the runners-up position with 25 points.
