2026 German Open: Full Prize Money Breakdown (US$250k) & Complete Schedule
MÜLHEIM AN DER RUHR, GERMANY – The international badminton spotlight shifts to Germany this week as the Yonex German Open 2026 kicks off at the Westenergie Sporthalle. As a key Super 300 event on the HSBC BWF World Tour, the tournament offers players a vital opportunity to secure world ranking points and a share of the USD 250,000 total prize fund.
The 67th edition of the championships promises high-octane action across all five categories, featuring a mix of established veterans and rising stars looking to make their mark before the tour heads to the All England Open next week.
Tournament Schedule: The Road to the Finals
The action begins on Tuesday with a grueling qualification round followed by early main-draw matches. Fans can expect the intensity to peak during the weekend’s televised sessions.
| Date | Round | Doors Open | Start Time |
| Tue, 24 Feb | Qualifications & R32 (MD/WD) | 08:30 | 09:00 |
| Wed, 25 Feb | Round of 32 (MS/WS/XD/Qualifiers) | 09:30 | 10:00 |
| Thu, 26 Feb | Round of 16 (All Events) | 12:30 | 13:00 |
| Fri, 27 Feb | Quarterfinals | 14:00 | 15:00 |
| Sat, 28 Feb | Semifinals | 10:30 | 12:00 |
| Sun, 01 Mar | Finals | 10:30 | 12:00 |
Broadcaster Note: International TV coverage is scheduled for the final two days, featuring 8 matches on Saturday and all 5 finals on Sunday, starting at 12:00 local time.
Prize Money Distribution
A total purse of $250,000 is up for grabs. However, players should note that earnings are subject to local fiscal regulations. A 15% German tax levy, plus a subsequent 5.5% Solidarity Tax on that levy, will be deducted from the gross amounts listed below.
Singles (Men’s & Women’s)
| Finish | Prize Money (Per Player) |
| Winner | $18,750 |
| Runner-Up | $9,500 |
| Semifinalist | $3,625 |
| Quarterfinalist | $1,500 |
| Last 16 | $875 |
Doubles (Men’s, Women’s & Mixed)
Figures denoted with an asterisk (*) represent the total prize per pair.
| Finish | Prize Money (Per Pair) |
| Winner | $19,750* |
| Runner-Up | $9,500* |
| Semifinalist | $3,500* |
| Quarterfinalist | $1,812.50* |
| Last 16 | $937.50* |
What to Expect
As a Super 300 event, the German Open is often a “giant-killer” playground. With the tournament referee holding the discretion to change the order of play, flexibility will be key for the athletes. All eyes will be on whether the top seeds can withstand the pressure of the Mülheim crowd or if a new champion will emerge from the qualification rounds to claim the $18,750 top prize.
