KUALA LUMPUR – The Badminton World Federation (BWF) today officially unveiled the tournament hosts for the 2027-2030 World Tour cycle, confirming that the Malaysia Open will retain its prestigious Super 1000 status. The announcement, made earlier today in Kuala Lumpur, cements Malaysia’s position at the pinnacle of world badminton for another four years. However, the…
HONG KONG – In a landmark development for Asian sports, the Badminton World Federation (BWF) announced today, February 9, 2026, that the Hong Kong Open Badminton Championships has been officially upgraded to a World Tour Super 750 event for the 2027–2030 cycle. This promotion from its long-standing Super 500 status marks a significant milestone for…
KUALA LUMPUR, 09 February 2026 — The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has officially confirmed the tournament hosts for its revamped 36-tournament World Tour, spanning from 2027 to 2030. This announcement marks a significant milestone in the BWF’s “bold new plans” for the future of the sport, introducing a more integrated and lucrative global circuit. A…
KUALA LUMPUR – The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has unveiled a transformative roadmap for the sport’s 2027–2034 cycle, marking a radical departure from traditional tournament structures. In partnership with commercial giant Infront, the BWF is set to double its broadcast output and overhaul its most prestigious events to favor player health and fan engagement. Beginning…
KUALA LUMPUR – The Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) has officially announced a strategic expansion of its national coaching department, appointing three seasoned experts to key roles. The move is part of a broader initiative to reinforce the nation’s coaching framework and streamline the transition of talent from the junior ranks to the professional world…
BANGKOK, THAILAND — The final day of the Princess Sirivannavari Thailand Masters 2026 at Nimibutr Stadium belonged to Indonesia, as the “Red and White” squad swept four of the five available titles. The afternoon was headlined by a career-defining performance from young prodigy Moh. Zaki Ubaidillah, while India’s Devika Sihag celebrated her own breakthrough on…
The 2026 Thailand Masters, officially titled the Princess Sirivannavari Thailand Masters 2026, reaches its climax on Sunday, February 1, 2026, with all five finals set to be played at the Nimibutr Stadium, Bangkok. As a BWF World Tour Super 300 event and the fourth tournament of the 2026 World Tour season, the Thailand Masters offers…
JAKARTA – It was a glorious Sunday for Malaysian badminton as the national contingent stormed the Istora Senayan, capturing three out of five titles at the Indonesia Masters 2026. In a display of doubles dominance, Malaysia swept the Mixed Doubles, Women’s Doubles, and Men’s Doubles categories, marking one of the nation’s most successful outings in…
The Princess Sirivannavari Thailand Masters 2026, a prestigious HSBC BWF World Tour Super 300 event, is set to captivate badminton fans from January 27 to February 1, 2026. Held at the iconic Nimibutr Stadium in Bangkok , this tournament not only offers world-class action but also a substantial prize pool of US$250,000. Below is a…