YONEX controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2024
Malaysia Olympic apparel controversy
A YONEX-designed Olympic kit for Malaysia was widely criticized for its appearance and treatment of national visual symbols. The Olympic Council of Malaysia agreed to redesign the attire and publicly explained aspects of the original color and logo decisions.
2016
Chinese Taipei player-equipment and contract dispute
The company was criticized after reports that some Chinese Taipei players received unsuitable footwear shortly before major competitions. The dispute intensified when contractual and dress-code issues affected athletes using personal-sponsor equipment, including Tai Tzu-ying and Liao Kuan-hao. The association later decided not to punish the affected player and removed references to shoes and rackets from the contract.