In a badminton singles game, if both the players are on 29 points then at what point will one of them win the game?

The correct answer is 30^th point.

Key Points

• In a game of badminton, under the current rules set by the Badminton World Federation, a singles match is won by the player who first scores 21 points, unless the score reaches 20-all.
• When the score is tied at 20-all, the side which gains a two-point lead first wins that game.
• However, if the score becomes 29-all, the side scoring the 30th point wins that game.

Additional Information 

• About Badminton:
• Playing Area:
  • ​Unlike doubles, the entire width of the court is not used in a singles match.
  • The boundaries are defined by the outer lines of the length and the inner lines of the width.
• Scoring:
  • ​A match consists of the best of three games of 21 points each.
  • Every time there's a serve, a point is scored.
  • The side winning a rally adds a point to its score.
• Service Rules:
  • ​At the start of the game, the server serves from the right service court if their score is even, and from the left if their score is odd.
  • After winning a point, the server switches service courts and continues serving.
• Tied Score:
  • ​In case the score reaches 20-all, the side which gains a two-point lead first, wins that game.
  • However, if the score becomes 29-all, the side scoring the 30th point wins that game.
• Strategy:
  • Singles badminton requires excellent control over the shuttlecock because the objective is to move the opponent around the court, making them run back and forth in order to create space.
  • Stamina and agility are key, as the player has to cover the entire court by themselves.