Where to Watch Yonex French Open 2026: TV Channels and Live Streaming
The Yonex French Open 2026 is underway, bringing six days of world-class badminton to the Arena Grand Paris in Tremblay-en-France, France, from October 20 to 25, 2026.
Badminton fans around the world can follow the HSBC BWF World Tour Super 750 tournament through official television broadcasters, streaming platforms, and the BWF TV YouTube channel, depending on their location.
Official international broadcast coverage is scheduled from October 21 to 25, although some platforms, including France’s L’Équipe Live, also provide coverage from the opening day on October 20.
In Asia, the tournament is available through Vidio and NEX Parabola in Indonesia, Astro and Sooka in Malaysia, TrueVisions in Thailand, and several other regional broadcasters.
European viewers can watch through L’Équipe in France, TV2 in Denmark, and SportEurope.tv in Germany.
Meanwhile, viewers in the United States can follow coverage on Sports Illustrated TV, while badminton fans in selected Latin American countries can watch through ESPN and Disney+.
Here is the complete guide to watching the Yonex French Open 2026, including official broadcasters, streaming options, match schedules, and semifinal and final start times around the world.
Yonex French Open 2026: Tournament and Broadcast Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Yonex French Open 2026 |
| Dates | October 20–25, 2026 |
| Venue | Arena Grand Paris |
| Location | Tremblay-en-France, France |
| Category | HSBC BWF World Tour Super 750 |
| Events | MS, WS, MD, WD, XD |
| International Broadcast Window | October 21–25, 2026 |
| Semifinals | Saturday, October 24 |
| Finals | Sunday, October 25 |
| Official Online Channel | BWF TV (where available) |
Important: The international broadcast schedule may differ from the tournament schedule. Some regional broadcasters might not show every match or court, while others offer additional coverage through their streaming services.
Where to Watch French Open 2026 in Asia
Asian badminton fans have several official broadcast options, including dedicated badminton channels and online streaming services.
The table below lists the official broadcasting partners announced for the 2026 tournament.
| Country / Region | Broadcaster / Platform | Channels |
|---|---|---|
| China | BesTV, Huya, Migu, Youku, GRT, CBA, CBSAT | BesTV, Huya Badminton, Migu Sports, Youku Sports, GRT SPORTS, CBA Video System (WeChat), CMC Mobile |
| Chinese Taipei | ELTA | ELTA SPORTS 3, ELTA SPORTS 2 |
| Hong Kong | PCCW | Now Sports 3 (Ch. 633), Now Sports 1 (Ch. 631) |
| India & Subcontinent | JioStar | Channel to be confirmed |
| Indonesia | Vidio, NEX Parabola | Vidio, NEX SPORT 3 HD |
| South Korea | SPOTV Eclat | SPOTV |
| Malaysia | Astro, Sooka | Astro Badminton, Astro Badminton 2 |
| Singapore | Singtel, StarHub | mio Sports 1–3, Hub Sports 1–2 |
| Thailand | TrueVisions | True Sports 7, True Sports 2 |
| Vietnam | VTVCab | VTV On Sports+, VTVprime |
The Indian subcontinent rights territory also includes the Maldives, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Pakistan. Specific channel availability may vary.
Indonesia: Watch French Open 2026 on Vidio and NEX Parabola
Badminton fans in Indonesia can watch the Yonex French Open 2026 through Vidio and NEX Parabola.
Official coverage is available on:
- Vidio: Online streaming through the Vidio website and mobile application.
- NEX Parabola: NEX SPORT 3 HD.
Vidio is a convenient option for Indonesian fans who want to watch matches on smartphones, computers, or compatible smart TVs.
Viewers can visit the platform’s badminton section to find available live streams, replays, and upcoming matches.
Watch: Vidio – Badminton and BWF World Tour
Coverage and access may depend on the applicable subscription package.
Malaysia: Astro and Sooka
Malaysian viewers can follow their favorite players and pairs through Astro and Sooka.
Both services are listed as official broadcasters, with coverage on Astro’s dedicated badminton channels:
- Astro Badminton
- Astro Badminton 2
Fans can also use the Sooka streaming platform to access available badminton broadcasts on supported devices.
With several Malaysian doubles partnerships competing in France, local fans will have plenty of matches to follow throughout the tournament.
India: JioStar
JioStar holds the announced broadcasting rights for India and the Indian subcontinent.
However, the official BWF broadcaster information lists the channel as TBC (to be confirmed).
Indian fans should check JioStar’s television and digital platforms for the latest channel assignments and live streaming information.
The broadcast territory includes India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives.
Singapore: Singtel and StarHub
Singapore viewers can watch the tournament through two official broadcasting partners.
Singtel:
- mio Sports
- mio Sports 2
- mio Sports 3
StarHub:
- Hub Sports 1
- Hub Sports 2
Fans should check their respective TV guides to confirm which channel is carrying individual matches.
Thailand: TrueVisions
Thai badminton fans can watch the French Open 2026 through TrueVisions, with coverage listed on:
- True Sports 7
- True Sports 2
The tournament features several prominent Thai players, making the event particularly interesting for local audiences.
Broadcaster: TrueVisions
China, Chinese Taipei, Hong Kong, South Korea and Vietnam
Viewers in China can choose from several digital and television services, including Huya Badminton, Migu Sports, Youku Sports, BesTV, and GRT SPORTS.
In Chinese Taipei, ELTA SPORTS 2 and ELTA SPORTS 3 are the designated channels.
Hong Kong viewers can follow coverage on Now Sports 3 (Channel 633) and Now Sports 1 (Channel 631).
South Korean coverage is available through SPOTV, while Vietnamese viewers can watch through VTVCab’s VTV On Sports+ and VTVprime.
Where to Watch French Open 2026 in Europe
The official broadcast partners for the European markets listed by BWF are:
| Country | Broadcaster | Channels / Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | TV2 | TV2 Play, TV2 Sport |
| France | L’Équipe | L’Équipe Live, La chaîne L’Équipe |
| Germany | SportEurope.tv | SportEurope.tv |
France: L’Équipe Live and La chaîne L’Équipe
French badminton fans have extensive coverage of their home tournament through L’Équipe, the tournament’s official domestic broadcasting partner.
According to the tournament organizer, L’Équipe Live offers coverage from Tuesday, October 20, with additional programming on the main L’Équipe television channel from Wednesday.
La chaîne L’Équipe broadcast schedule:
| Date | TV Coverage Begins |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, October 21 | 12:00 PM |
| Thursday, October 22 | 1:00 PM |
| Friday, October 23 | 12:00 PM |
| Saturday, October 24 | Throughout the day |
| Sunday, October 25 | 1:00 PM |
All times are local to France. Individual broadcast arrangements may change.
L’Équipe Live provides additional streaming coverage, including matches before the main television broadcast begins.
This is particularly important on the final day, when the first match is scheduled to begin at 11:00 AM local time, two hours before the listed start of the main television coverage.
Watch: L’Équipe
French fans will be especially interested in the performances of home players, including Alex Lanier, Christo Popov, and mixed doubles stars Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue.
Denmark: TV2 Play and TV2 Sport
Badminton fans in Denmark can follow the French Open through TV2.
Coverage is available through:
- TV2 Play
- TV2 Sport
Watch: TV2 Play
Germany: SportEurope.tv
German viewers can access official tournament coverage through SportEurope.tv.
The platform provides sports streaming services, although access to individual broadcasts may depend on its programming schedule and availability.
Where to Watch French Open 2026 in the United States
Badminton fans in the United States can watch the Yonex French Open 2026 on Sports Illustrated TV, a free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel.
According to the official broadcaster information, Sports Illustrated TV is distributed through several streaming platforms, including:
- Amazon Fire TV
- DIRECTV
- Sling Freestream
- Anoki LiveTVx
- Local Now
- Sports.tv
- Tablo TV
- DistroTV
- Free Live Sports
- Plex
American viewers should look for Sports Illustrated TV in the live channel guide of their preferred supported service.
Because it operates as a FAST channel, access may be available without a traditional cable television subscription, although device and platform availability can vary.
Not every match is necessarily shown, so checking the live programming guide is recommended.
Where to Watch French Open 2026 in Latin America
Badminton viewers in selected South American, Central American, and Caribbean territories can follow the French Open through Disney+ and ESPN.
| Region | Streaming Platform | Channel / Brand |
|---|---|---|
| South America* | Disney+ | ESPN |
| Central America* | Disney+ | ESPN |
| Caribbean* | Disney+ | ESPN |
The designated territories include several major badminton markets across the Americas.
South America: Brazil, Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, and Venezuela.
Central America: Mexico, Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama.
Caribbean coverage applies to the participating territories specified in the broadcaster’s regional rights agreement.
Watch: Disney+
ESPN and Disney+ availability is subject to local rights, subscription requirements, and scheduled programming.
Where to Watch French Open 2026 in Africa
For viewers in Africa, the official broadcaster listed by BWF is Discover Sport.
| Region | Broadcaster | Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Africa | Discover Sport | DiscoverSport.com |
Fans can visit the platform to check the availability of French Open matches in their territory.
Watch: Discover Sport
Can You Watch French Open 2026 for Free on BWF TV?
The official BWF TV YouTube channel is one of the most accessible ways to follow international badminton.
The channel regularly offers:
- Live badminton matches from selected courts and sessions
- Full match replays
- Match highlights
- Interviews and player features
- Highlights from other BWF World Tour tournaments
However, BWF TV live streams are not available in every country.
BWF applies geographical restrictions where television or digital broadcasting rights have been licensed to regional partners.
For example, if a match is unavailable on BWF TV in Indonesia, Malaysia, or another country with an official broadcasting partner, viewers may need to use the designated local broadcaster instead.
How to Find French Open Matches on BWF TV
- Open the official BWF TV YouTube channel.
- Select the Live tab to find currently available broadcasts.
- Look for streams titled “Yonex French Open 2026.”
- Choose the court or session you want to watch.
- If a stream is restricted in your country, check the official broadcaster tables above.
BWF TV content may also include match replays and highlights after the live sessions have concluded.
Important: YouTube stream availability varies by territory and broadcasting rights.
Yonex French Open 2026 Daily Schedule
The tournament takes place over six days, beginning on Tuesday, October 20, and concluding with the five championship matches on Sunday, October 25.
The official competition schedule is as follows:
| Date | Round | Scheduled Local Time |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, October 20 | Round of 32 | 10:00 AM |
| Wednesday, October 21 | Round of 32 | 10:00 AM |
| Thursday, October 22 | Round of 16 | 12:00 PM |
| Friday, October 23 | Quarterfinals | 9:30 AM / 4:30 PM |
| Saturday, October 24 | Semifinals | 9:30 AM / 4:30 PM |
| Sunday, October 25 | Finals | 11:00 AM |
Time zone: France local time — CEST (UTC+2) from October 20–24 and CET (UTC+1) on October 25.
The quarterfinals and semifinals are divided into two sessions, while the five championship matches are scheduled for the final day.
The actual order of play and match timings are subject to change.
Fans can check our French Open 2026 Daily Schedule, Order of Play and Results for match-by-match information.
French Open 2026 Semifinals and Finals: Start Times Around the World
The semifinals take place on Saturday, October 24, with two scheduled sessions.
The finals will be held on Sunday, October 25, beginning at 11:00 AM in France.
International fans should note that France changes from summer time to standard time early on October 25.
Consequently, the time difference between France and other countries may change for the final day.
Semifinals and Finals Time Zone Conversion
| Country / Time Zone | Semifinals Session 1 (Oct 24) | Semifinals Session 2 (Oct 24) | Finals (Oct 25) |
|---|---|---|---|
| France / Denmark | 9:30 AM | 4:30 PM | 11:00 AM |
| UK / Ireland | 8:30 AM | 3:30 PM | 10:00 AM |
| USA Pacific | 12:30 AM | 7:30 AM | 3:00 AM |
| USA Eastern | 3:30 AM | 10:30 AM | 6:00 AM |
| India (IST) | 1:00 PM | 8:00 PM | 3:30 PM |
| Indonesia (WIB) | 2:30 PM | 9:30 PM | 5:00 PM |
| Thailand / Vietnam | 2:30 PM | 9:30 PM | 5:00 PM |
| Malaysia / Singapore | 3:30 PM | 10:30 PM | 6:00 PM |
| China / Philippines | 3:30 PM | 10:30 PM | 6:00 PM |
| Japan / South Korea | 4:30 PM | 11:30 PM | 7:00 PM |
| Australia (Brisbane) | 5:30 PM | 12:30 AM* | 8:00 PM |
| Australia (Sydney / Melbourne) | 6:30 PM | 1:30 AM* | 9:00 PM |
The second semifinal session begins on Sunday, October 25, in Australia. All other semifinal times are on Saturday, October 24. Finals times are on Sunday, October 25.
Daylight saving reminder: France and the UK end daylight saving time on October 25. US daylight saving time remains in effect until November 1, while Sydney and Melbourne are on Australian daylight saving time.
What Time Is the French Open Final in Indonesia?
The first scheduled championship match begins at 5:00 PM WIB on Sunday, October 25.
For Indonesia’s three main time zones:
- WIB (Jakarta, Bandung): 5:00 PM
- WITA (Bali, Makassar): 6:00 PM
- WIT (Papua, Maluku): 7:00 PM
The final session includes matches across all five disciplines:
- Men’s Singles
- Women’s Singles
- Men’s Doubles
- Women’s Doubles
- Mixed Doubles
The order of the five finals will be confirmed through the official order of play.
What Time Is the French Open Final in Malaysia and Singapore?
Badminton fans in Malaysia and Singapore can begin watching the finals at 6:00 PM local time on Sunday, October 25.
This is also the scheduled start time for viewers in China, Hong Kong, Chinese Taipei, and the Philippines.
What Time Is the French Open Final in India?
The final session starts at 3:30 PM IST on Sunday, October 25.
Indian viewers should check the JioStar broadcasting schedule for specific match coverage and channel availability.
What Time Is the French Open Final in the USA?
The finals begin early on Sunday morning in the United States:
- Eastern Time: 6:00 AM EDT
- Central Time: 5:00 AM CDT
- Mountain Time: 4:00 AM MDT
- Pacific Time: 3:00 AM PDT
These are the scheduled starting times of the final session, not necessarily the start of each individual championship match.
How to Follow French Open 2026 Live Scores and Results
If you cannot watch the tournament live, you can still follow the competition through official BWF platforms.
The BWF website provides match information, live scoring, draws, and results throughout the tournament.
Useful options include:
BWF Match Centre
Follow live match scores, match statistics where available, completed results, and the order of play.
Badminton4U App
The official BWF application is another option for checking match results, player information, and tournament updates on mobile devices.
Badminton World Tour
Our website also provides daily schedules and results, draw information, prize money details, and tournament coverage.
You can explore:
- French Open 2026 Draw Preview
- French Open 2026 Prize Money
- French Open 2026 Daily Schedule and Results
- French Open Tournament Overview
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch the French Open 2026 live?
The Yonex French Open 2026 is available through official regional broadcasters, including Vidio in Indonesia, Astro and Sooka in Malaysia, L’Équipe in France, TV2 in Denmark, and Sports Illustrated TV in the United States. BWF TV also provides online coverage where broadcasting rights permit.
Is French Open 2026 available on YouTube?
Yes, selected matches and tournament videos may be available on the official BWF TV YouTube channel. Live streams can be geographically restricted in countries with exclusive regional broadcasters.
Which channel shows the French Open 2026 in Indonesia?
The official broadcasters are Vidio and NEX Parabola, with NEX SPORT 3 HD listed as the television channel.
Where can I watch the French Open in Malaysia?
Astro and Sooka are the official Malaysian broadcast partners, with coverage on Astro Badminton and Astro Badminton 2.
Can I watch the French Open 2026 in the USA?
Yes. Sports Illustrated TV is the designated US broadcaster, available through several FAST streaming services, including Amazon Fire TV, Sling Freestream, Plex, and others.
When do the French Open 2026 finals begin?
The finals are scheduled to begin on Sunday, October 25, at 11:00 AM in France. That is 10:00 AM in the UK, 3:30 PM in India, 5:00 PM in western Indonesia, and 6:00 PM in Malaysia and Singapore.
Why is the BWF TV live stream blocked in my country?
Some BWF TV broadcasts are geo-restricted because tournament rights have been sold to regional broadcasters. Viewers should use the official provider listed for their country.
Are all matches available on television?
Not necessarily. Individual broadcasters may show selected courts or matches, while some streaming platforms offer additional coverage. Viewers should check local programming guides for each session.
Final Thoughts
The Yonex French Open 2026 offers multiple ways for badminton fans worldwide to enjoy six days of elite competition.
From Vidio in Indonesia and Astro in Malaysia to L’Équipe in France, TV2 in Denmark, and Sports Illustrated TV in the United States, official broadcast partners provide coverage across several major badminton markets.
For viewers outside these regions, the BWF TV YouTube channel remains an important source of live badminton, highlights, and match replays where streaming rights allow.
With the semifinals scheduled for October 24 and the finals taking place on October 25, make sure to check your local time zone and broadcaster schedule before the matches begin.
Whether you are supporting your country’s representatives or simply enjoying world-class badminton, the Yonex French Open promises an exciting conclusion to another major BWF World Tour event.
Official Sources
- Yonex French Open — Official Tournament Website
- Yonex French Open — Official Competition Schedule
- Yonex French Open — How to Follow the 2026 Edition
- BWF TV — Official YouTube Channel
- BWF Official Broadcaster Guide — Yonex French Open 2026, October 21–25 (broadcast graphics)
Broadcast information is based on the official BWF television distribution guide and the tournament organizer’s published schedule. Channel assignments, coverage times, streaming availability, and subscription requirements may change by territory.
