2026 Indonesia Open: Official Schedule, Broadcast Info & Prize Money
The absolute pinnacle of the badminton calendar has arrived. From June 2 to June 7, 2026, the legendary Istora Senayan in Jakarta will transform into a pressure cooker of elite athleticism, deafening cheers, and world-class drama.
As an elite BWF World Tour Super 1000 event, the Polytron Indonesia Open 2026 stands alongside historic majors like the All England Open and the China Open. This isn’t just another stop on the tour—it is an intense physical crucible where the world’s best fight for a massive, tax-free prize pool and crucial world ranking points.
This year’s edition brings an extra layer of national pride. Title sponsor Polytron, an iconic homegrown electronics giant, is celebrating 50 years of domestic innovation by anchoring the event, underscoring its commitment to bringing Indonesian sports to the global stage.
Whether you are heading to the stadium to experience the world-famous “Istora Roar” firsthand or tuning in from home, here is your definitive guide to the schedules, broadcast times, prize money breakdown, and local storylines to watch.
The Drama & The Underdogs: Local Storylines to Watch
The host nation has entered a massive contingent of 39 elite athletes across five disciplines, all eager to reclaim the historic dominance Indonesia enjoyed in the late 20th century. Between 1982 and 2000, Indonesian shuttlers routinely swept the podium, amassing a staggering 63 home titles. However, a subsequent global shift has seen powerhouses like China, Japan, and South Korea mount fierce challenges, leaving local fans hungry for gold.
The 2026 edition is already bubbling with intense player narratives:
- The Ginting Heartbreak: Local favorite and former world number two Anthony Sinisuka Ginting faces a heartbreaking race against time. After a brutal cycle of recurring injuries and a severe dip in form, his ranking plummeted to 73rd earlier this year. Despite fighting back to world number 44 by late May, Super 1000 tournaments tightly restrict entries. Sitting as the sixth alternate on the official reserve list, Ginting will need multiple late withdrawals at the Team Managers’ Meeting just to sneak into the main draw.
- The Form Favorites: On a brighter note, the men’s doubles pair Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri enter Istora in sensational form. They are fresh off a spectacular final run at the Singapore Open Super 750, where they completely dismantled China’s top seeds, Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang, in the semifinals. Though Alfian and Fikri ultimately fell just short of the title—losing a grueling, three-game battle to India’s powerhouse pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty in the final—their podium finish proves they are primed and ready to ignite the home crowd.
The Competition Schedule
With no qualification rounds, the tournament throws the world’s top-ranked entries straight into high-stakes knockout action from day one.
A unique scheduling rule is also in place to protect player welfare: all finalists from the KFF Singapore Badminton Open 2026 are guaranteed to play their first-round matches on Wednesday, June 3, giving them an extra 24 hours to travel, recover, and adjust to the unique drift inside Istora.
| Date | Round | Active Courts | Doors Open | Start Time (WIB) |
| Tue, 02 June 2026 (Report) | First Round (Top Half) | 3 | 08:30 | 09:00 |
| Wed, 03 June 2026 (Report) | First Round (Bottom Half) | 3 | 08:30 | 09:00 |
| Thu, 04 June 2026 (Report) | Round of 16 (R16) | 3 | 08:30 | 09:00 |
| Fri, 05 June 2026 (Report) | Quarterfinals (Session I) Quarterfinals (Session II) | 2 2 | 08:30 13:00 | 09:00 13:30 |
| Sat, 06 June 2026 (Report) | Semifinals | 1 | 11:30 | 12:00 |
| Sun, 07 June 2026 (Report) | Championship Finals | 1 | 13:30 | 14:00 |
⚠️ Note for Fans: The tournament referee can change times and the order of play at their discretion. Furthermore, under the BWF Seed Withdrawal Move rule, player positions can shift fluidly during the Team Managers’ Meeting to balance brackets if top seeds pull out late. This means a player originally scheduled for the Top Half could be moved to the Bottom Half or vice versa.
International Broadcast Schedule
For the millions watching around the world, a sophisticated multi-court TV production will ensure you don’t miss a single smash or deceptive drop shot.
While international feeds focus on Courts 1 and 2, local TV rights-holder and domestic broadcasters may produce additional domestic-only matches to highlight local Indonesian favorites on the side courts.
- Tue, 02 June (09:00 WIB): 2 TV Courts | 10 Matches Produced on Court 1
- Wed, 03 June (09:00 WIB): 2 TV Courts | 10 Matches on Court 1, 8 Matches on Court 2
- Thu, 04 June (09:00 WIB): 2 TV Courts | 10 Matches on Court 1, 8 Matches on Court 2
- Fri, 05 June (Session I – 09:00 WIB): 2 TV Courts | 2 Matches on Court 1, 2 Matches on Court 2
- Fri, 05 June (Session II – 13:30 WIB): 2 TV Courts | 8 Matches on Court 1, 6 Matches on Court 2
- Sat, 06 June (12:00 WIB): 1 TV Court | 10 Semifinal Matches on Court 1
- Sun, 07 June (14:00 WIB): 1 TV Court | 5 Championship Matches on Court 1
The Money: A Tax-Free $1.45 Million Purse
The financial stakes at the Polytron Indonesia Open match its sporting prestige. A massive total purse of USD 1,450,000 will be distributed in accordance with BWF Statute 5.3.5. Best of all for the athletes? No tax applies, making this one of the most lucrative net payouts on the entire tour.
The money is split strictly between singles entries and doubles pairs (note that doubles payouts are awarded per pair):
Singles Breakdown (Men’s & Women’s Singles)
- Winner: $101,500
- Runner-up: $49,300
- Semifinalist: $20,300
- Quarterfinalist: $7,975
- Last 16: $4,350
- Last 32: $1,450
Doubles Breakdown (Men’s, Women’s & Mixed Doubles – Per Pair)
- Winner: $107,300
- Runner-up: $50,750
- Semifinalist: $20,300
- Quarterfinalist: $9,062.50
- Last 16: $4,712.50
- Last 32: $1,450
Ticket Pricing & Strict Anti-Scalping Rules
If you are planning to experience the action live at Istora Senayan, tickets are divided into CAT 1, CAT 2, and CAT 3 tiers, alongside multi-day passes. Prices step up as the tournament progresses:
- Opening Rounds (Days 1 & 2): Tickets range from IDR 50,000 (CAT 3) to IDR 150,000 (CAT 1), with early-bird deals starting as low as IDR 40,000.
- Quarterfinals (Day 4): Prices scale up to between IDR 150,000 and IDR 500,000.
- Championship Sunday (Day 6): Watching the finals live will cost IDR 350,000 for CAT 3, IDR 500,000 for CAT 2, and IDR 850,000 for prime CAT 1 seats.
- Full Season Passes: Die-hard fans can pick up a 6-Day pass ranging from IDR 775,000 to IDR 2,400,000.
Summary
The Polytron Indonesia Open 2026 is shaping up to be an absolute blockbuster. Between the massive $1.45 million tax-free purse, the desperation of local heroes trying to make the cut, and the rowdy atmosphere of Istora Senayan, the stakes have truly never been higher. Lock in your schedules, set your alarms, and get ready for a world-class week of badminton!