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Last Updated on September 7, 2025
The 2025 Hong Kong Open (also known as the Li-Ning Hong Kong Open 2025 for sponsorship reasons) is a badminton tournament that will be held at the Hong Kong Coliseum in Kowloon, Hong Kong, from September 9 to September 14, 2025. It is the 35th edition of the Hong Kong Open championships, and part of the BWF World Tour Super 500 tournaments on the 2025 BWF World Tour. This event features a total prize fund of US$500,000.1“2025 Hong Kong Open Prospectus”. BWF Corporate. Retrieved 30 August 2025.
The 2025 Hong Kong has been awarded the prestigious “M” Mark by Hong Kong’s Major Sports Events Committee. This designation recognizes the tournament’s potential to deliver top-tier sports and economic benefits to the city. The tournament will receive enhanced government support. The “M” Mark aims to develop world-class events that boost tourism, stimulate local business, and solidify Hong Kong’s reputation as a hub for major international sports. The committee stated the championships will feature Olympic medalists and world-ranked players, attracting overseas fans and providing a significant boost to local hospitality and retail sectors.2“Hong Kong Badminton Open 2025 awarded prestigious “M” Mark status”. The Standard. Retrieved 4 September 2025.
Date | 9–14 September |
Edition | 35th |
Draw | 32MS / 32WS / 32MD / 32WD / 32XD |
Category | Super 500 |
Prize Money | US$500,000 |
Location | Kowloon, Hong Kong |
Venue | Hong Kong Coliseum |
Results and Tournament Draw Live Score Wikipedia Article Buy Tickets Official Website
Men’s Singles | Viktor Axelsen (DEN) |
Women’s Singles | Han Yue (CHN) |
Men’s Doubles | Kang Min-hyuk / Seo Seung-jae (KOR) |
Women’s Doubles | Pearly Tan / Thinaah Muralitharan (MAS) |
Mixed Doubles | Jiang Zhenbang / Wei Yaxin (CHN) |
All times are local, Hong Kong Time (UTC+8).
Dates | Round | Start Time |
Tuesday, Sept 9 Match Schedule | All Qualifying Rounds | 9:00 AM |
Round of 32 (MD and WD except qualifiers) | 4:00 PM | |
Wednesday, Sept 10 Match Schedule | Round of 32 & MD/WD Qualifiers | 9:00 AM |
6:30 PM | ||
Thursday, Sept 11 Match Schedule | Round of 16 | 9:00 AM |
6:30 PM | ||
Friday, Sept 12 Match Schedule | Quarter-Finals | 11:00 AM |
6:30 PM | ||
Saturday, Sept 13 Match Schedule | Semi-Finals | 10:00 AM |
5:00 PM | ||
Sunday, Sept 14 Match Schedule | Finals | 2:00 PM |
The Hong Kong Coliseum stands as the iconic and premier indoor arena in Hong Kong, a majestic fixture on the Hung Hom waterfront renowned for its distinctive inverted pyramid design. Affectionately dubbed the “Hung Hom Arena,” this legendary venue has been the epicenter of major sporting events, international concerts, and large-scale entertainment since its opening in 1983. Its unique architecture and towering presence have made it a landmark recognized throughout Asia.
With a substantial seating capacity of approximately 12,500, the Coliseum is celebrated for its electrifying and intimate atmosphere. The multi-purpose design ensures excellent sightlines from every seat, making spectators feel close to the action whether they are courtside or in the highest tier. This unique energy, fueled by passionate and knowledgeable fans, is considered a defining characteristic of any event held within its walls. The venue is a favored stop on the international circuit for world-class athletes and performers alike, who relish the challenge and thrill of competing in such a prestigious setting.
Equipped with top-tier facilities, the Coliseum meets the highest global standards for lighting, acoustics, and broadcasting, ensuring a superb experience for both live and remote audiences. More than just a building, the Hong Kong Coliseum is a hallowed ground of spectacle and competition, solidifying its enduring legacy as the “Stage of Champions.”
Televised coverage for this event is limited to Court 1, typically airing on the final four days of competition. For complete access to all matches from all courts, the BWF TV YouTube channel offers live streaming from the tournament’s opening day. Here’s a detailed broadcast schedule:
Dates | No. of Matches | Start Time |
Thursday, Sept 11 | 8 | 9:00 AM |
Friday, Sept 12 | 5 | 11:00 AM |
3 | 6:30 PM | |
Saturday, Sept 13 | 5 | 10:00 AM |
5 | 5:00 PM | |
Sunday, Sept 14 | 5 | 2:00 PM |
The 2025 Hong Kong Open has significantly elevated its status with a substantial prize money increase, boasting a total purse of US$500,000. This represents a major 19% boost from the previous edition’s US$420,000, underlining the tournament’s growing prestige on the international circuit. The champions will be handsomely rewarded, with the singles winner claiming a $37,500 prize. The winning doubles pair will split a larger pot of $39,500. However, in a reflection of the tour’s competitive nature, players who are eliminated in the qualifying rounds or the main draw’s first round (round of 32) will not receive any monetary compensation.
Singles | Doubles | |
Champion | $37,500 | $39,500 |
Runner-up | $19,000 | $19,000 |
Semifinals | $7,250 | $7,000 |
Quarterfinals | $3,000 | $3,625 |
Round of 16 | $1,750 | $1,875 |
Year | Status | Prize Money |
2018 | Super 500 | US$400,000 |
2019 | Super 500 | US$400,000 |
Not held | – | |
Not held | – | |
Not held | – | |
2023 | Super 500 | US$420,000 |
2024 | Super 500 | US$420,000 |
2025 | Super 500 | US$500,000 |
2026 | Super 500 | TBC |
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