The Thomas Cup or World Men’s Team Championships was first staged in 1948-49, and the Uber Cup or Women’s  World Team Championships was added for the first time in 1956-7.

When it was first started, the Thomas Cup took place every three years and this was the sports first major international tournament. The idea for the competition and the donation of the trophy was made by the first President of the world governing body, Sir George Thomas, legendary player (21 All England Championship titles) and administrator of the sport.

TotalEnergies BWF Thomas & Uber Cup Finals 2024

The next edition of the TotalEnergies BWF Thomas & Uber Cup Finals 2024 will be hosted in Chengdu, China from 28 April to 5 May 2024.