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Badminton News: Japan’s Kento Momota to Undergo Back Surgery for Lumbar Disc Herniation

Tokyo, Japan – Former men’s singles world No. 1 Kento Momota will be undergoing back surgery after being diagnosed with lumbar disc herniation, his management agency announced this week. This decision marks a pivotal moment in the Japanese shuttler’s career as he continues to battle long-standing physical issues. The injury has plagued Momota in the last few years, affecting his mobility and competitive form. After multiple consultations, he has…
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BadmintonPlanet.com broke the news in on Friday, July 11, 2025.
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