Badminton fans in Malaysia and Singapore are eagerly awaiting the Singapore Open 2025, set to electrify courts from Tuesday, May 27th to Sunday, June 1st, 2025. For those looking to catch all the thrilling action, here’s a breakdown of how to watch, including some clever ways to do so for free.
In Malaysia, the Singapore Open will be broadcast live on Astro and Sooka. To watch the Singapore Open live on Astro, you can subscribe to the Astro One Sports Pack. This package typically costs from RM99.99 per month and allows you to stream on up to two devices through the Astro GO app, which is included with your subscription. The Astro One Sports Pack is designed for sports enthusiasts and provides access to a wide range of live sports, including BWF tournaments. You can explore subscription options and sign up directly on the official Astro Malaysia website.
Alternatively, Sooka offers a flexible streaming option. To catch live badminton on Sooka, you’ll want to subscribe to their “All Sports + Entertainment” VIP plan, which is usually around RM29.60/month, or their “Premium” plan for around RM47.10/month. Both provide access to BWF tournaments. Sooka can be accessed via their mobile app or website, and generally offers monthly subscriptions without a long-term contract.
For Singaporean viewers, StarHub is the official broadcaster. You can watch the Singapore Open on StarHub TV’s Hub Sports channels. With StarHub TV+, Sports+ TV pass subscribers will also be able to catch the games on multiple devices and rewind to watch key moments at their convenience. The Sports+ TV pass is available from $25.46/month, or $45.83/month without a contract.
However, if you don’t have access to these services, the easiest option to watch the Singapore Open for free is through the BWF TV YouTube channel by utilizing a Virtual Private Network (VPN).
Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Download and Install a VPN: Begin by downloading and installing a reliable VPN service on your smartphone or computer. Good VPN services that offer a free option or free trials include ProtonVPN, Windscribe, or TunnelBear. These services typically offer a limited amount of free data or server access, which should be sufficient for watching the tournament.
- Select a Server: Once your VPN is installed, open the application and choose a server location. The key is to select a server in a region where badminton is less popular, such as Europe or the Americas. Alternatively, try to find a server in a city or country where the broadcast rights for badminton haven’t been sold. For up-to-date information on badminton broadcasters worldwide, it’s advisable to check the official BWF website or the Badminton World Tour site closer to the event date.
- Activate the VPN: Activate the VPN connection to the chosen server.
- Access BWF TV on YouTube: Once the VPN is active, open the YouTube application or website. Search for the “BWF TV” YouTube channel. You should then be able to stream all matches from the Singapore Open, including those on Court 1, Court 2, and Court 3, absolutely free, from the very first day of the tournament (Tuesday, May 27th) until the finals on Sunday, June 1st, 2025.
Enjoy all the high-flying smashes and incredible rallies of the Singapore Badminton Open 2025!