Super 300
The BWF World Tour Super 300 is a grade of international badminton tournaments sanctioned by the Badminton World Federation (BWF). It sits as Level 5 within the BWF World Tour hierarchy, positioned below the Super 500 and above the Super 100 events.
Understanding Super 300 Events
These tournaments serve as a critical bridge for rising stars and established top-tier players looking to maintain their rankings. While not mandatory for “Top Committed Players” (unlike Super 750 and 1000 events), they offer significant world ranking points and a substantial prize pool.
Key Characteristics
- Ranking Points: The winner of a Super 300 event earns 7,000 points, while the runner-up receives 5,950 points.
- Prize Money: As of 2026, the minimum prize pool for these events is $250,000, though some hosts like the Macau Open may offer more (e.g., $370,000).
- Draw Size: Usually features a 32-player/pair main draw in all five disciplines (Men’s/Women’s Singles, Men’s/Women’s/Mixed Doubles).
2026 Super 300 Tournament Calendar
The 2026 season features a global circuit spanning Asia, Europe, and North America. Below are the confirmed Super 300 events for the year:
| Tournament | Month | Host City |
| Thailand Masters | Jan/Feb | Bangkok, Thailand |
| German Open | February | Mülheim, Germany |
| Swiss Open | March | Basel, Switzerland |
| Orléans Masters | March | Orléans, France |
| Macau Open | June | Macau, China |
| U.S. Open | June | TBC, USA |
| Canada Open | July | Markham, Canada |
| Taipei Open | July/Aug | Taipei, Taiwan |
| Korea Masters | November | TBC, South Korea |
| Syed Modi International | November | Lucknow, India |
Why Super 300 Matters
For many players, the Super 300 circuit is the primary battleground for qualifying for the year-end BWF World Tour Finals. Since points from these events count toward the HSBC Race to Finals rankings, consistent performance across these ten tournaments can often outweigh a single deep run in a higher-tier event.
Note: The 2026 season is particularly dense with events due to it being the final year of the current 2023–2026 tournament cycle.