2026 Uber Cup: China vs. South Korea Final Schedule
The world of badminton holds its breath as the two most successful nations in Uber Cup history, China and South Korea, face off in the grand final at Forum Horsens, Denmark. China, the dominant force seeking to further cement their legacy, meets the defending champions South Korea in a rematch of the legendary 2022 and 2024 encounters.
With rosters stacked with world-class talent, this final on Court 1 is more than just a match; it is a clash of philosophies. China’s relentless depth and power will be tested by South Korea’s tactical ingenuity and defensive resilience. Every point is a step toward immortality in the most prestigious women’s team event in the sport.
The first serve for the championship begins at 10:00 AM local time, prime afternoon viewing for fans across Asia.
Match Schedule: China vs. South Korea
- Date: May 3, 2026
- Venue: Forum Horsens, Court 1
- Stage: Final
| Match | Category | China (CHN) | vs. | South Korea (KOR) | Local Time (UTC+2) | China Time (UTC+8) | S. Korea (KST) |
| 1 | WS 1 | Wang Zhiyi | vs. | An Se-young | 10:00 AM | 04:00 PM | 05:00 PM |
| 2 | WD 1 | Liu Shengshu / Tan Ning | vs. | Jeong Na-eun / Lee So-hee | 10:50 AM* | 04:50 PM* | 05:50 PM* |
| 3 | WS 2 | Chen Yufei | vs. | Kim Ga-eun | 11:40 AM* | 05:40 PM* | 06:40 PM* |
| 4 | WD 2 | Jia Yifan / Zhang Shuxian | vs. | Baek Ha-na / Kim Hye-jeong | 12:30 PM* | 06:30 PM* | 07:30 PM* |
| 5 | WS 3 | Han Yue | vs. | Sim Yu-jin | 01:20 PM* | 07:20 PM* | 08:20 PM* |
*Estimated start times; matches follow a “Followed By” schedule.
Where to Watch: Broadcast & Streaming
In China:
- Television: CCTV-5 (China Central Television) will provide live coverage of the final.
- Digital/Streaming: Migu Video, BesTV, and Youku will offer live high-definition streams and analysis.
In South Korea:
- Television: SPOTV and SPOTV 2.
- Digital/Streaming: SPOTV NOW for mobile and web viewing.
Global Access:
- BWF TV: Live streaming on the BWF YouTube Channel (check local availability).
- Olympic Channel: Live scores and highlights via Olympics.com.
Key Matchups to Watch
- The World-Class Opener (WS1): Wang Zhiyi takes on the queen of defense, An Se-young. This match is crucial; an opening win for either side provides a massive psychological advantage. An Se-young’s ability to return the impossible will be tested by Wang’s aggressive consistency.
- The Strategic Doubles (WD1): China’s young power duo Liu Shengshu and Tan Ning face the vastly experienced Lee So-hee and her partner Jeong Na-eun. The tactical battles at the net in this match will likely decide the pace of the entire tie.
- The “Closer” Potential (WS3): Should the tie go to a fifth rubber, history repeats itself with Han Yue facing Sim Yu-jin. Sim is famously known for her match-winning performance in the 2022 Uber Cup final, while Han Yue has become one of the most reliable finishers in the world.
Championship Format: The first nation to win three matches (Best-of-Five) will be crowned the 2026 Uber Cup Champions. As this is the final, the trophy ceremony will follow immediately after the winning point is scored.
