Viktor Axelsen Equipment

Viktor Axelsen is a strong and aggressive badminton player, and his preferred racket Yonex Astrox 100VA ZZ truly complements his attacking style. Browse through his favorite badminton gear and pick one that suits your style. The Viktor Axelsen badminton collection is available on discount only @ Nydhi.com

Birth Date: 4th January 1994
Country: Denmark
Height: 1.94m (6 ft. 4 inches)
Coach: Kenneth Jonassen and Henrik "PK" Rohde
Wife: Natalia Koch Rohde

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Which racket does Viktor Axelsen use?

A. Viktor Axelsen uses special edition 2025 Yonex Astrox 100VA ZZ (Grayish Beige) Badminton Racket. He uses a string tension of around 32 lbs with a 10% pre-stretch.

Q. What is the highest rank of Viktor Axelsen?

A. Viktor Axelsen's highest ranking in badminton was number one in the world, which he held on September 28, 2017. As of August 2024, he had spent a total of 183 weeks ranked world No. 1 - one of the longest reigns in men's singles badminton history. As of the most recent: January 3, 2026 BWF listing, he is ranked No. 30 in Men's Singles.

Q. Did Viktor Axelsen win the Olympics?

A. Yes, Denmark's Viktor Axelsen has won Olympic gold medals, successfully defending his title at the Paris 2024 Games after first winning gold at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. He is now a back-to-back Olympic champion in men's singles badminton. He became the first European to win back-to-back badminton singles gold at the Olympics.

Q. Which shoes does Viktor Axelsen wear?

A. Viktor Axelsen wears Yonex badminton shoes, specifically his signature models within the Power Cushion series, like the Yonex Power Cushion 65 Z4 VA or 65X4 VA editions, which are designed for his powerful, all-around playing style, offering exceptional cushioning, stability, and grip for top-level court performance.

Q. How fast is Viktor Axelsen Smash?

A. Viktor Axelsen's smashes are incredibly fast, with recorded speeds hitting over 400 km/h, notably around 404 km/h at the Yonex Open Japan in 2015, placing him among the fastest smashers in men's badminton, though the overall record belongs to Satwiksairaj Rankireddy at 565 km/h. Axelsen is known for his powerful and heavy smash, making him a formidable opponent.

Q. Is Viktor Axelsen retired from badminton?

A. Yes, Danish badminton superstar Viktor Axelsen officially announced his retirement from professional, international badminton on April 15, 2026, at age 32. The two-time Olympic gold medalist (Tokyo 2020, Paris 2024) and former world number one cited persistent back issues and his body’s inability to continue training at the highest level as the reasons for his retirement.