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The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has released an update on the upcoming testing phase for the proposed 3 x 15 scoring system, set to be trialed at selected Grade 3 and national tournaments between April and October 2025.
Testing at Grade 3 Tournaments
As part of the initiative, several Continental Confederations and Member Associations will implement the new scoring format in upcoming events. The following tournaments have been confirmed for testing:
- V Mexican International Challenge 2025 (7–11 May)
- Venezuela Future Series 2025 (10–14 June)
- Czech International Future Series 2025 (19–22 June)
- Dove Saipan International 2025 (12–16 August)
- Petronas Malaysia International Challenge 2025 (12–17 August)
- Peru International Series 2025 (17–21 September)
- Kampala International 2025 (25–28 September)
- Roketto Sydney International 2025 (8–12 October)
- Li-Ning Vietnam International Series 2025 (21–26 October)
- China International Challenge 2025 (28 October – 2 November)
The BWF has assured Member Associations that any changes to this schedule will be communicated promptly.
In addition to international events, select **national tournaments** will also trial the 3 x 15 system, with details to be shared directly by participating Member Associations.