BWF World Tour Calendar 2027-2028 Revealed

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BWF Announces Big Changes with New World Tour Calendar for 2027 and 2028

KUALA LUMPUR — The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has officially announced its global tournament calendar for the 2027 and 2028 seasons. The newly revealed schedule introduces major updates to the sport, including a brand-new scoring system, longer tournaments, and a massive 35-tournament circuit designed to take badminton to more fans across the world.

The calendar runs all year long, starting in January and ending in December. It features events ranging from the highest tier Super 1000 tournaments down to the Super 100 level, wrapping up each year with the prestigious BWF World Tour Finals.

Bigger and Better Super 1000 Tournaments

One of the biggest updates in the 2027–2028 calendar is how the top-tier Super 1000 tournaments will be played. There are five major Super 1000 host tournaments anchored across Asia and Europe. Instead of the traditional one-week format, these flagship events will now stretch across 11 days and cover two full weekends.

The format for these major events is also getting a fresh look:

  • Singles Matches: Features a 48-player draw that begins with an intense group stage before moving into elimination knockout rounds.
  • Doubles Matches: Features a 32-pair draw played entirely as a knockout tournament.

Fans who cannot watch the action in person will not miss out. BWF has confirmed that all 1,095 matches played across these five Super 1000 events will be broadcast globally, giving the sport unprecedented television and streaming coverage.

Players at the Center of the Decision

BWF President Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul explained that the new changes were made with the health, safety, and long-term success of the players in mind.

“Our players are at the heart of everything we do,” President Leeswadtrakul stated. “As global ambassadors and icons of our sport, they deserve an environment that allows them to perform at their best, recover properly, and connect meaningfully with fans around the world.”

She added that extending the tournament timelines gives players more rest days between tough matches, which will help protect them from injuries and allow them to extend their professional careers. At the same time, the larger scale of the tour means more media markets will televise badminton, accelerating the sport’s global growth.

A New Scoring System and Olympic Qualifications

The 2027 season will also mark a historic shift in how badminton matches are scored. Starting on Monday, January 4, 2027, all official tournaments will use a new 3×15 scoring system. This initiative is part of BWF’s long-term goal to modernize the sport, make games faster and more exciting, and improve the overall viewing experience for television audiences worldwide.

Additionally, the calendar will be crucial for athletes aiming for the highest stage in sports. The official qualification window for the LA28 Olympic Games will run from May 3, 2027, until April 30, 2028. Players will need to perform exceptionally well during this period to secure their spots for the Los Angeles Olympics.

Major international team events, including the BWF Sudirman Cup Finals 2027, the BWF World Championships 2027, and the BWF Thomas & Uber Cup Finals 2028, will have their exact dates and host cities announced separately.

Looking at the 2027 Schedule

The 2027 season kicks off with the extended Malaysia Open (Super 1000) running from January 21 to January 31 in Kuala Lumpur.

The action picks up quickly through the rest of the year:

  • February: Action moves to the India Open (Super 750) in Delhi, followed by the Indonesia Masters (Super 500) in Jakarta, the Thailand Masters (Super 300) in Bangkok, and the German Open (Super 500) in Mulheim.
  • March: The historic All England Open (Super 1000) takes over Birmingham from March 4 to March 14. The tour then heads to Switzerland and France for the Swiss Open and Orleans Masters.
  • April & May: The Philippine Open (Super 100) starts in April. May features the Taipei Open, Korea Open, Hong Kong Open, and the start of the massive Indonesia Open (Super 1000) in Jakarta from May 27 to June 6.
  • June & July: Tournaments head to Singapore, Vietnam, China, and Canada. July hosts the US Open in Los Angeles and the Syed Modi India International.
  • August: A busy month featuring the Thailand Open, Malaysia Masters, and Japan Open (Super 750) in Tokyo.
  • September: The fourth major China Open (Super 1000) takes place in Chengdu from September 2 to September 12, followed by stops in Kaohsiung and Finland for the Arctic Open.
  • October & November: The French Open starts in October, immediately followed by the final Denmark Open (Super 1000) in Odense from October 14 to October 24. November rounds out the regular season with stops in Shenzhen, Kumamoto, Sydney, and Macau.
  • December: The year wraps up with the highly anticipated BWF World Tour Finals from December 1 to December 5 at a host city yet to be named.

Looking Ahead to the 2028 Schedule

The 2028 calendar adjusts its flow slightly to accommodate player schedules and Olympic preparations, but maintains the high-stakes layout.

  • January & February: Unlike 2027, the year opens with the Thailand Masters, Indonesia Masters, and India Open in January. The Malaysia Open (Super 1000) moves to February 3 to February 13.
  • March: The All England Open (Super 1000) keeps its traditional spot, running from March 2 to March 12.
  • May & June: Following a break in April, May returns with tournaments in Taipei, Korea, and Hong Kong. The Indonesia Open (Super 1000) plays out from May 25 to June 4, followed closely by the Malaysia Masters and Canada Open.
  • July & August: Features the US Open, China Super 100, and the Syed Modi India International. August brings the Thailand Open, Singapore Open, Japan Open, and the China Open (Super 1000) from August 31 to September 10.
  • September & October: Players travel to Kaohsiung, Germany, and Finland before heading to Paris for the French Open. The Denmark Open (Super 1000) highlights October, running from October 12 to October 22.
  • November & December: The tour concludes with tournaments in Australia, China, Japan, and Macau. The BWF World Tour Finals will take place from November 29 to December 3, making it a spectacular finish to a thrilling two-year cycle.

BWF has noted that additional Super 100 tournaments may be added to both years at a later stage, promising even more badminton action for global fans.

=> View the full BWF World Tour 2027–2028 schedule HERE.

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