Denmark Open 2026 Prize Money: Full Breakdown, Currency Conversions and the $2 Million Future
The Victor Denmark Open 2026 will offer a total prize fund of US$950,000 when the prestigious badminton tournament takes place in Odense, Denmark, from October 13 to 18.
As one of the leading BWF World Tour Super 750 events, the Denmark Open attracts some of the world’s best badminton players, who compete for valuable ranking points, prestigious titles and substantial prize money.
The 2026 prize fund remains unchanged from the previous edition. The men’s and women’s singles champions will each receive $66,500, while the winning pair in men’s doubles, women’s doubles and mixed doubles will earn $70,300 per pair.
However, a much bigger financial milestone is approaching. From 2027, the Denmark Open will join the elite BWF World Tour Super 1000 category, with a minimum prize fund of $2 million—more than double the amount offered in 2026.
Here is everything you need to know about the Denmark Open 2026 prize money, including the complete distribution across all five disciplines, conversions into seven currencies, tax information and comparisons with previous and upcoming editions.
Denmark Open 2026 Prize Money Overview
| Tournament Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Victor Denmark Open 2026 |
| Dates | October 13–18, 2026 |
| Location | Odense, Denmark |
| Category | BWF World Tour Super 750 |
| Total Prize Money | US$950,000 |
| Singles Champion | US$66,500 |
| Doubles Champions | US$70,300 per pair |
| Prize Money Tax Deduction | None by tournament organizer |
| Next Edition | 2027 — Super 1000 |
The prize money is distributed according to BWF Statute 5.3.5, with payments awarded based on how far each player or pair progresses in the tournament.
The competition features five disciplines: men’s singles, women’s singles, men’s doubles, women’s doubles and mixed doubles.
For additional tournament information, visit our Denmark Open overview.
Denmark Open 2026 Prize Money Distribution
The Denmark Open uses the same prize money structure for both singles events. Similarly, all three doubles disciplines follow an identical payment schedule.
Players and pairs receive prize money according to their final finishing round, rather than receiving a separate payment for every match they win.
Complete Prize Money Breakdown (USD)
| Round | Men’s & Women’s Singles | Men’s, Women’s & Mixed Doubles |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | $66,500 | $70,300 |
| Runner-up | $32,300 | $33,250 |
| Semifinalist | $13,300 | $13,300 |
| Quarterfinalist | $5,225 | $5,937.50 |
| Last 16 | $2,850 | $3,087.50 |
| Last 32 | $950 | $950 |
Important: Singles prizes are awarded per player, while doubles prizes are awarded per pair, not per individual player.
For example, a doubles team winning $70,300 would receive that amount collectively. If divided equally between the two players, each would receive $35,150 before any applicable personal arrangements or expenses.
Denmark Open 2026 Prize Money in Other Currencies
Badminton has a large international audience, particularly in Denmark, China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore.
To make the prize money easier to understand, we have converted the official USD amounts into seven additional currencies:
- Danish Krone (DKK)
- Euro (EUR)
- Indian Rupee (INR)
- Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
- Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
- Singapore Dollar (SGD)
- Chinese Yuan Renminbi (CNY/RMB)
All conversions use September 2026 average exchange rates, based on data published by Banque de France.
September 2026 Exchange Rates
| Currency | Approximate Value of US$1 |
|---|---|
| Danish Krone (DKK) | 6.4928 |
| Euro (EUR) | 0.8686 |
| Indian Rupee (INR) | 95.4696 |
| Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) | 17,741.84 |
| Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) | 4.0704 |
| Singapore Dollar (SGD) | 1.2726 |
| Chinese Yuan (CNY/RMB) | 6.7091 |
Source: Banque de France — September 2026 Monthly Average Exchange Rates. The USD conversion rates are calculated from the published EUR-based rates.
These historical rates are provided for comparison. Actual amounts received in local currencies may differ depending on the exchange rate and fees applied when payments are converted.
Men’s and Women’s Singles Prize Money: Currency Conversions
The following table applies to both men’s singles and women’s singles.
Each singles champion receives $66,500, equivalent to approximately DKK 431,773, €57,761, or IDR 1.18 billion using September 2026 average exchange rates.
| Round | USD | DKK | EUR | INR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winner | $66,500 | 431,773.47 | 57,760.79 | 6,348,731 |
| Runner-up | $32,300 | 209,718.54 | 28,055.24 | 3,083,669 |
| Semifinalist | $13,300 | 86,354.69 | 11,552.16 | 1,269,746 |
| Quarterfinalist | $5,225 | 33,925.06 | 4,538.35 | 498,829 |
| Last 16 | $2,850 | 18,504.58 | 2,475.46 | 272,088 |
| Last 32 | $950 | 6,168.19 | 825.15 | 90,696 |
Singles Prize Money in Asian Currencies
| Round | IDR | MYR | SGD | CNY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winner | 1,179,832,389 | 270,678.62 | 84,631.11 | 446,155.91 |
| Runner-up | 573,061,446 | 131,472.47 | 41,106.54 | 216,704.30 |
| Semifinalist | 235,966,478 | 54,135.72 | 16,926.22 | 89,231.18 |
| Quarterfinalist | 92,701,116 | 21,267.61 | 6,649.59 | 35,055.11 |
| Last 16 | 50,564,245 | 11,600.51 | 3,627.05 | 19,120.97 |
| Last 32 | 16,854,748 | 3,866.84 | 1,209.02 | 6,373.66 |
Conversions are approximate. INR and IDR amounts are rounded to the nearest whole currency unit.
Men’s, Women’s and Mixed Doubles Prize Money: Currency Conversions
Doubles champions receive a slightly higher combined prize than singles champions.
The winning pair in any doubles discipline will earn $70,300, approximately DKK 456,446, €61,061, or IDR 1.25 billion.
These figures represent the prize awarded to the pair as a team.
| Round | USD (Per Pair) | DKK | EUR | INR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winner | $70,300 | 456,446.24 | 61,061.41 | 6,711,516 |
| Runner-up | $33,250 | 215,886.74 | 28,880.40 | 3,174,366 |
| Semifinalist | $13,300 | 86,354.69 | 11,552.16 | 1,269,746 |
| Quarterfinalist | $5,937.50 | 38,551.20 | 5,157.21 | 566,851 |
| Last 16 | $3,087.50 | 20,046.63 | 2,681.75 | 294,763 |
| Last 32 | $950 | 6,168.19 | 825.15 | 90,696 |
Doubles Prize Money in Asian Currencies
| Round | IDR | MYR | SGD | CNY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winner | 1,247,251,383 | 286,145.97 | 89,467.18 | 471,650.53 |
| Runner-up | 589,916,195 | 135,339.31 | 42,315.56 | 223,077.96 |
| Semifinalist | 235,966,478 | 54,135.72 | 16,926.22 | 89,231.18 |
| Quarterfinalist | 105,342,178 | 24,167.73 | 7,556.35 | 39,835.35 |
| Last 16 | 54,777,932 | 12,567.22 | 3,929.30 | 20,714.38 |
| Last 32 | 16,854,748 | 3,866.84 | 1,209.02 | 6,373.66 |
All values are approximate September 2026 currency conversions and apply to each doubles pair, not each player.
How Much of the $950,000 Prize Fund Goes to Each Discipline?
The total prize fund is shared among five disciplines.
Because there are two singles events and three doubles events, the combined prize money allocated to doubles is higher than the combined allocation for singles.
| Discipline | Total Prize Money |
|---|---|
| Men’s Singles | $184,300 |
| Women’s Singles | $184,300 |
| Men’s Doubles | $193,800 |
| Women’s Doubles | $193,800 |
| Mixed Doubles | $193,800 |
| Total | $950,000 |
Across all five events, the champions will collectively receive $343,900, representing approximately 36.2% of the entire tournament prize fund.
Meanwhile, a total of $76,000 is allocated to participants eliminated in the opening round.
This distribution rewards players who advance further while ensuring that first-round participants also receive prize money.
Denmark Open Prize Money Comparison: 2024–2027
The Denmark Open has experienced significant financial growth in recent years, and the biggest increase is scheduled for 2027.
| Year | Category | Prize Money | Change From Previous Edition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Super 750 | $850,000 | — |
| 2025 | Super 750 | $950,000 | +11.8% |
| 2026 | Super 750 | $950,000 | 0% |
| 2027 | Super 1000 | At least $2,000,000 | At least +110.5% |
The prize fund increased by $100,000 between 2024 and 2025.
However, the 2026 edition maintains the same $950,000 total, with no increase for either singles or doubles prize money.
That will change dramatically in 2027.
Denmark Open 2027: Prize Money to Exceed the $2 Million Milestone
The Denmark Open is preparing for one of the biggest transformations in its history.
Beginning in 2027, the tournament will be promoted from BWF World Tour Super 750 to Super 1000, joining the All England Open, Malaysia Open, Indonesia Open and China Open in badminton’s highest regular World Tour category.
The promotion forms part of the BWF’s new World Tour structure for 2027–2030.
Under the new system, Super 1000 tournaments will offer a minimum prize fund of US$2 million.
For the Denmark Open, this represents:
- An increase of at least $1,050,000 compared with 2026.
- Prize money growth of at least 110.5% in a single edition.
- More than 2.1 times the 2026 prize fund.
What Will Change in 2027?
The upgrade will involve more than just higher financial rewards.
Super 1000 tournaments are scheduled to introduce an expanded format featuring:
A longer tournament: Instead of the traditional six-day schedule, Super 1000 events will run for 11 days across two weekends.
An expanded singles field: Men’s and women’s singles will feature 48 entries, with group-stage competition followed by knockout rounds.
A prestigious new status: Denmark Open will become one of only five Super 1000 tournaments on the BWF World Tour.
A larger prize fund: The minimum purse will increase to $2 million, potentially providing greater financial rewards across the competition.
The exact 2027 Denmark Open prize money distribution by round has not yet been confirmed. Therefore, the 2026 winner and runner-up payments should not be used to predict individual awards for the next edition.
With more matches, greater financial incentives and an expanded international audience, Denmark Open’s promotion represents an important development for European badminton.
Is Denmark Open 2026 Prize Money Tax-Free?
According to the tournament’s official prize money information, no tax deduction will be applied to the 2026 Denmark Open prize payments.
This means the tournament organizer does not deduct tax from the stated prize awards.
However, this does not automatically mean that every player will be exempt from tax.
Players may still have personal income tax obligations in their country of residence or under other applicable regulations.
Additionally, expenses such as travel, accommodation, coaching and other professional costs may affect a player’s actual earnings from participating in the tournament.
Denmark Open Prize Money: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total prize money for the Denmark Open 2026?
The total prize fund is US$950,000, distributed across men’s singles, women’s singles, men’s doubles, women’s doubles and mixed doubles.
How much does the men’s singles champion earn?
The men’s singles champion receives $66,500. The women’s singles champion receives the same amount.
How much do doubles champions earn?
The winning pair in men’s doubles, women’s doubles or mixed doubles earns $70,300 per pair.
Do players who lose in the first round receive prize money?
Yes. Players eliminated in the Last 32 receive $950 in singles, while doubles pairs receive $950 collectively.
Is the prize money different from the 2025 Denmark Open?
No. Both the 2025 and 2026 tournaments offer a total prize fund of $950,000, with the same distribution by round.
How much will the Denmark Open prize money be in 2027?
The Denmark Open 2027 will have a minimum prize fund of $2 million, following its promotion to Super 1000 status. The exact per-round distribution is still to be announced.
Are the currency conversions official payouts?
No. All official prize money amounts are listed in US dollars. The DKK, EUR, INR, IDR, MYR, SGD and CNY values are estimates based on September 2026 average exchange rates.
Final Thoughts
The Denmark Open 2026 offers another valuable opportunity for elite badminton players to compete for major titles and a share of its $950,000 prize fund.
Although the total remains unchanged from 2025, the tournament continues to provide substantial financial rewards, including $66,500 for singles champions and $70,300 for winning doubles pairs.
The most exciting development, however, is still to come.
With the Denmark Open becoming a Super 1000 tournament in 2027, its minimum prize fund will increase to $2 million, marking the beginning of a new era for one of Europe’s most prestigious badminton events.
For more tournament information, including the schedule, draws and latest updates, visit our Denmark Open tournament overview.
Sources and Exchange Rate Notes
- Badminton Denmark — Denmark Open Past Winners and Historical Prize Funds
- Badminton Denmark — Denmark Open Promoted to Super 1000
- Bernama — BWF World Tour Expansion and 2027 Prize Money
- Banque de France — September 2026 Average Exchange Rates
Prize money figures are based on the Victor Denmark Open 2026 tournament information and BWF Statute 5.3.5. Currency conversions are estimates based on September 2026 averages and are not official payouts.
