Australian Badminton Open 2025: Full Schedule & Prize Money Breakdown
The stage is set for a six-day badminton spectacle as the Australian Badminton Open 2025 prepares to take over the sporting calendar. Running from Tuesday, November 18, through Sunday, November 23, the tournament promises high-octane action, culminating in the crowning of new champions. With a significant total prize purse of US$475,000 on offer, elite athletes from around the world will be competing not just for glory and ranking points, but also for a considerable financial reward.
All timings for the tournament are listed in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT, UTC+11), ensuring local and international fans can coordinate their attendance or viewing schedules perfectly.
The Road to the Finals: A Detailed Tournament Schedule
The six-day event follows a traditional knockout format, with the intensity escalating dramatically as the week progresses. The action kicks off on Tuesday, November 18, dedicated to the All Qualifying Rounds. Doors open early at 8:00 AM, with play beginning at 9:00 AM, followed by a second session starting at 4:00 PM, allowing non-seeded players their first shot at entry into the main draw.
The main draw commences on Wednesday, November 19, with the Round of 32. Doors open at 8:00 AM, and the first shuttlecock will be hit at 9:00 AM. This round is critical, marking the first major hurdle for the top seeds.
The tournament begins to hit its stride on Thursday, November 20, with the Round of 16. From this day forward, the schedule shifts to a slightly later start, with doors opening at 11:00 AM and matches starting at 12:00 PM. This mid-day start continues into the highly anticipated weekend action.
The crucial ‘money rounds’ begin on Friday, November 21, with the Quarter-Finals, followed by the Semi-Finals on Saturday, November 22. Both days maintain the 12:00 PM start time, setting the scene for fierce competition as players fight for a spot on the coveted final day.
The grand finale takes place on Sunday, November 23. In a shift from the previous days, doors will open at 12:00 PM, and the championship matches will commence at 1:00 PM AEDT, promising a thrilling conclusion to the week-long battle for the Australian Open titles.
Comprehensive Viewing: TV and Streaming Broadcast Schedule
For fans unable to attend the venue, comprehensive coverage options are available. The event organizers have confirmed that the televised broadcast coverage will be focused primarily on Court 1, and will only be available across the final four days of competition, beginning on Thursday, November 20. The broadcast coverage will align with the daily main schedule, commencing at 12:00 PM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and then shifting to the 1:00 PM start time for the Finals on Sunday.
However, badminton enthusiasts seeking broader coverage are in luck. The official BWF TV YouTube channel is confirmed to provide live streaming of all matches from all courts, starting from the tournament’s opening day on November 18. This commitment ensures that fans will not miss any of the action, even in the preliminary stages. The detailed broadcast schedule confirms eight matches are slated for broadcast coverage on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, with the Sunday Finals day featuring the five deciding matches—the Mixed Doubles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, Men’s Singles, and Women’s Singles showdowns.
The Financial Incentives: Breakdown of the US$475,000 Prize Money
The substantial total prize money of US$475,000 underscores the event’s stature on the international badminton circuit, providing a strong incentive for the world’s best to perform. The prize breakdown for Singles and Doubles events is finely tiered, ensuring that a deep run into the tournament is financially rewarding.
The ultimate winners will secure the largest shares of the purse. The Doubles Winners will take home US$37,525, a slightly higher reward than the Singles Winners, who will earn US$35,625. This subtle difference in the top prize, where the doubles pairing collectively earns US$1,900 more than the singles champion, reflects the prestige and competitive nature of the Doubles categories.
The financial rewards remain robust for the runners-up, with both the Singles and Doubles second-place finishers securing a hefty US$18,050 paycheck. This substantial sum for reaching the final ensures the pressure will be immense in the semi-finals.
The structure extends down the draw, rewarding competitive depth. Semifinalists in Singles will earn $6,887.50, while their Doubles counterparts receive $6,650. Even a Quarterfinalist exit is worth a notable sum: $2,850 for Singles players and $3,443.75 for Doubles teams. For those who manage to navigate the initial rounds but fall in the Round of 16, a guaranteed sum of $1,662.50 (Singles) and $1,781.25 (Doubles) awaits, cementing the financial justification for participation from high-level athletes worldwide.
With a meticulously detailed schedule and a handsome prize pool, the Australian Badminton Open 2025 is poised to deliver an unforgettable week of world-class badminton, offering both financial reward and the prestige of a major title to its eventual champions.
