2026 Malaysia Open
January 6, 2026 – January 11, 2026 UTC+8
The 2026 Malaysia Open (also known as the Petronas Malaysia Open 2026 for sponsorship reasons) is a major badminton tournament that will take place at the Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 6 to 11 January 2026, comprising singles, doubles, and mixed doubles play. It is the 69th edition of the Malaysia Open championships that has been held annually since 1937 and is part of the 2026 Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Tour as a Super 1000 event on 2026 BWF World Tour. The total prize money for this tournament is US$1,450,000.
The 2026 Malaysia Open is the first Super 1000 event of 2026 as well as the opener of the 2026 BWF World Tour calendar. Shi Yuqi and An Se-young are the defending champions in the men’s singles and women’s singles, respectively.
2025 Champions
| Men’s Singles | Shi Yuqi (CHN) |
| Women’s Singles | An Se-young (KOR) |
| Men’s Doubles | Kim Won-ho / Seo Seung-jae (KOR) |
| Women’s Doubles | Yuki Fukushima / Mayu Matsumoto (JPN) |
| Mixed Doubles | Dechapol Puavaranukroh / Supissara Paewsampran (THA) |
Tournament Schedule
All times are local, Malaysia Standard Time (UTC+8).
| Dates | Round | Doors Open | Start Time |
| Tuesday, Jan 6 | Round of 32 (Top Half) | 8:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| Wednesday, Jan 7 | Round of 32 (Bottom Half) | 8:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| Thursday, Jan 8 | Round of 16 | 8:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| Friday, Jan 9 | Quarter-Finals | 8:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| 3:00 PM | |||
| Saturday, Jan 10 | Semi-Finals | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| Sunday, Jan 11 | Finals | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
TV Broadcast Schedule
For this event, Courts 1 and 2 will be featured in the television broadcast. Typically, television coverage for Court 1 spans from the earlier rounds through the finals, while Court 2’s broadcast usually focuses on mid-week matches. We recommend checking with your local broadcasters for specific details in your region. For comprehensive viewing, you can stream matches from all courts on the BWF TV YouTube channel from the tournament’s opening day. Here is the complete schedule:
Court 1
| Dates | No. of Matches | Start Time |
| Tuesday, Jan 6 | 10 | 9:00 AM |
| Wednesday, Jan 7 | 10 | 9:00 AM |
| Thursday, Jan 8 | 10 | 9:00 AM |
| Friday, Jan 9 | 3 | 9:00 AM |
| 7 | 3:00 PM | |
| Saturday, Jan 10 | 10 | 11:00 AM |
| Sunday, Jan 11 | 5 | 12:00 PM |
Court 2
| Dates | No. of Matches | Start Time |
| Wednesday, Jan 7 | 8 | 9:00 AM |
| Thursday, Jan 8 | 8 | 9:00 AM |
| Friday, Jan 9 | 3 | 9:00 AM |
| 5 | 3:00 PM |
Prize Money Distribution
The total prize money for this year’s edition of the Malaysia Open is US$1,450,000. The prize breakdown is as follows:
| Result | Singles | Doubles (per team) |
| Winner | $101,500 | $107,300 |
| Runner-up | $49,300 | $50,750 |
| Semifinalist | $20,300 | $20,300 |
| Quarterfinalist | $7,975 | $9,062.50 |
| Round of 16 | $4,350 | $4,712.50 |
| Round of 32 | $1,450 | $1,450 |
Malaysia Open Status on BWF World Tour
| Year | Status | Prize Money |
| 2018 | Super 750 | US$700,000 |
| 2019 | Super 750 | US$700,000 |
| Not held | – | |
| Not held | – | |
| 2022 | Super 750 | US$675,000 |
| 2023 | Super 1000 | US$1,250,000 |
| 2024 | Super 1000 | US$1,300,000 |
| 2025 | Super 1000 | US$1,450,000 |
| 2026 | Super 1000 | US$1,450,000 |
Ticketing Information
Ticket sales for the 2026 tournament have already begun!
1. Sales Details
- Official Sales Start: 2:00 PM on November 3, 2025.
- Early Bird Promotion: A special discounted rate was available from the start of sales until November 30, 2025.
- Where to Buy: Tickets are sold online via the official ticketing platform, which is typically www.ticket2u.com.my.
- Advice: Based on previous years, tickets for this popular event, especially the later rounds (Semis and Finals) and certain categories, sell out quickly. It is highly advised to purchase tickets early.
2. Ticket Types and Estimated Prices
Tickets are available as Daily Tickets (for single-day attendance) or Season Passes (for the entire week).
| Ticket Type | Price Range (MYR) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Tickets | From approximately RM32 to RM630 (price depends on the day and seating category) | Early Bird discounts apply to these. |
| Season Passes | From approximately RM282 to RM2,000 (depending on the category) | Covers all 6 days of the tournament. |
(Note: Prices have been maintained at similar rates to the 2025 edition to keep the event accessible to fans.)
3. Important Entry Conditions
- Children: Children aged 4 and older require a full-price ticket for admission. Children aged 3 and younger are generally not permitted.
- Students/Seniors: There are typically no discounted tickets for students or senior citizens; a full-price ticket is required.
- Wristbands: Once issued at check-in, the wristband must be kept secure for re-entry.
- Resale: The resale of tickets is strictly prohibited.