Badminton World Tour

2025 Hong Kong Open
2025-09-09 - 2025-09-14 | Hong Kong Coliseum, 9 Cheong Wan Rd, Hung Hom Bay, Kowloon, Hong Kong
The 2025 Hong Kong Open (also known as the Li-Ning Hong Kong Open 2025 for sponsorship reasons) was a badminton tournament held at the Hong Kong Coliseum in Kowloon, Hong Kong, from September 9 to September 14, 2025. It was 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 featured a total prize fund of US$500,000.1“2025 Hong Kong Open Prospectus”. BWF Corporate. Retrieved 30 August 2025.
The 2025 Hong Kong Open was awarded the prestigious “M” Mark by Hong Kong’s Major Sports Events Committee. This designation recognized the tournament’s potential to deliver top-tier sports and economic benefits to the city. The tournament received enhanced government support. The “M” Mark aimed to develop world-class events that would boost tourism, stimulate local business, and solidify Hong Kong’s reputation as a hub for major international sports. The committee stated the championships would 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.
A Tale of Two Comebacks
The opening rounds of the 2025 Hong Kong Open were defined by stunning upsets and the continued struggles of returning champions, as both Malaysia’s Lee Zii Jia and Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen saw their comeback bids end prematurely.
In an all-Malaysian clash that signaled a potential changing of the guard, world No. 23 Leong Jun Hao delivered a commanding performance to defeat his more illustrious compatriot, Lee Zii Jia, 21-16, 21-16. The 40-minute victory was a landmark achievement for Leong, marking his first win over the former world No. 2 in four attempts. For Zii Jia, the loss extends a deeply frustrating run as he continues to search for form and confidence following a lengthy injury layoff that has seen his real-time ranking plummet to No. 47.
The shockwaves continued moments later as Japan’s Kodai Naraoka emphatically showed defending champion Viktor Axelsen the door. Playing his first competitive match in six months following back surgery, and further hampered by a fever the previous week, Axelsen was uncharacteristically off-pace. Naraoka capitalized ruthlessly, securing a decisive 21-15, 21-7 victory in just 37 minutes. Despite the disappointing end to his long-awaited return, the Olympic bronze medalist exemplified true sportsmanship, generously praising his opponent’s performance in defeat.
However, in a stunning twist of fate, Naraoka’s triumph was short-lived. The very next day, the young Japanese star was himself on the receiving end of a major upset. India’s emerging talent, Ayush Shetty, mounted a brilliant comeback after dropping the first game to overwhelm the fifth seed 19-21, 21-12, 21-14 in 72 minutes. This result served as a powerful reminder of the relentless and unpredictable nature of modern badminton, where no star, regardless of their previous day’s glory, is safe from an early exit.
The Five-Title Triumph

The 2025 Hong Kong Open was a historic event for Chinese badminton, as the nation’s players achieved a remarkable clean sweep of all five titles. This dominant performance saw China capture the men’s singles, women’s singles, men’s doubles, women’s doubles, and mixed doubles crowns. This achievement is particularly significant as it marks the first time a single country has won all available titles at a BWF World Tour event (Super 300 or higher) since the tour’s inception in 2018.
While the 2025 Hong Kong Open sweep is a first for the BWF World Tour era, it is not the first time China has accomplished this feat at the Hong Kong Open. The nation previously achieved a clean sweep of all titles at this very tournament in 2012. This was a pivotal year for Chinese badminton, with the team also dominating the Olympic Games in London.
The 2012 victory was a testament to the golden generation of Chinese players, including legendary figures who went on to achieve global recognition. Before that, China also swept the Hong Kong Open titles in both 2011 and 2005. These repeated instances of total dominance at the Hong Kong Open suggest a strong historical connection and a consistent ability for China to perform at its peak in this particular tournament.

Tournament Details

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

Tournament Links

Results and Tournament Draw

Live Score
Official Website

Wikipedia Article
Buy Tickets

Champions

Men’s Singles
🇨🇳 Li Shifeng

Women’s Singles
🇨🇳 Wang Zhiyi

Men’s Doubles
🇨🇳 Liang Weikeng
🇨🇳 Wang Chang

Women’s Doubles
🇨🇳 Jia Yifan
🇨🇳 Zhang Shuxian

Mixed Doubles
🇨🇳 Feng Yanzhe
🇨🇳 Huang Dongping

Schedule
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

Venue
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.”
TV Broadcast Schedule
View broadcaster list
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

Prize Money Distribution
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.

Stage
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

Notable Comebacks

Lee Zii Jia
Viktor Axelsen

Notable Withdrawals

Kunlavut Vitidsarn (MS)
Fajar Alfian / Muhammad Rian Ardianto (MD)
Chen Tang Jie / Toh Ee Wei (XD)

Hong Kong Open Status on BWF World Tour

Year
Status
Prize Money

2018
Super 500
US$400,000

2019
Super 500
US$400,000

2020
Not held
–

2021
Not held
–

2022
Not held
–

2023
Super 500
US$420,000

2024
Super 500
US$420,000

2025
Super 500
US$500,000

2026
Super 500
TBC

References1“2025 Hong Kong Open Prospectus”. BWF Corporate. Retrieved 30 August 2025.2“Hong Kong Badminton Open 2025 awarded prestigious “M” Mark status”. The Standard. Retrieved 4 September 2025.

2025 China Masters (Super 750)
2025-09-16 - 2025-09-21 | Shenzhen Arena, Shangbu North Road, Futian District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518000, China
The 2025 China Masters (also known as the Li-Ning China Masters 2025 for sponsorship reasons) was a badminton tournament held at the Shenzhen Arena in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China, from September 16 to September 21, 2025. It was the 18th edition of the China Masters championships, and part of the BWF World Tour Super 750 tournaments on the 2025 BWF World Tour. This event featured a total prize fund of US$1,250,000.1“2025 China Masters Prospectus” (PDF). BWF Corporate. Retrieved 29 June 2025.
Champions

Event
Champion(s)
Runner(s)-up

Men’s Singles
🇨🇳 Weng Hongyang
🇹🇼 Lin Chun-yi

21-11, 21-15 in 49 minutes

Women’s Singles
🇰🇷 An Se-young
🇨🇳 Han Yue

21-11, 21-3 in 33 minutes

Men’s Doubles
🇰🇷 Kim Won-ho🇰🇷 Seo Seung-jae
🇮🇳 Satwiksairaj Rankireddy🇮🇳 Chirag Shetty

21-19, 21-15 in 45 minutes

Women’s Doubles
🇨🇳 Jia Yifan🇨🇳 Zhang Shuxian
🇰🇷 Kim Hye-jeong🇰🇷 Kong Hee-yong

21-19, 16-21, 21-13 in 77 minutes

Mixed Doubles
🇹🇭 Dechapol Puavaranukroh🇹🇭 Supissara Paewsampran
🇲🇾 Chen Tang Jie🇲🇾 Toh Ee Wei

21-8. 21-17 in 35 minutes

Medal Table

Rank
Nation
Gold
Silver
Bronze

1
China
2
1
3

2
South Korea
2
1
2

3
Thailand
1
0
0

4
Malaysia
0
1
1

5
Chinese Taipei
0
1
0

India
0
1
0

7
Denmark
0
0
1

France
0
0
1

Indonesia
0
0
1

Japan
0
0
1

Total (10 entries)
5
5
10

Highlights
Rivals Re-Routed
The withdrawal of top seed and reigning world champion Shi Yuqi reshuffled the opening-round script at the 2025 China Masters, preventing a much-anticipated early clash between long-time men’s singles rivals Kunlavut Vitidsarn and Kodai Naraoka.
Instead of facing each other as originally drawn, the two were handed new assignments. Elevated to the top spot in the draw, Vitidsarn lined up against Singapore’s Jason Teh, while Naraoka — whose lone BWF World Tour crown came at this very event in 2023 — was set a sterner test against local contender Weng Hongyang.
Redemption on Court
For Thailand’s Ruttanapak Oupthong and Jhenicha Sudjaipraparat, the 2025 China Masters draw was more than a list of names. It represented a chance to overturn a painful history and prove how far they had come. They had met French star duo Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue twice before and lost on both occasions. This time, though, the Thai combination arrived better prepared, with weeks of planning and a quiet confidence guiding them into the arena.
The match opened with the French pair asserting themselves, taking the first game 21–12. Yet Oupthong and Sudjaipraparat held firm. True to Sudjaipraparat’s steady approach of “one step at a time,” they reset mentally and stayed in the contest. That mindset paid off in the second game. Longer rallies, sharper placement, and tireless movement saw the Thai duo shift momentum and even the match at 21–16.
The third game turned into a tense test of composure. Down 11–9 at the break, the world No.16s clung to their plan and waited for an opening. At 14-all, a decisive five-point surge broke the deadlock, and from there they controlled the closing stretch to seal a memorable victory.
Heartbreak in Shenzhen
Lee Zii Jia had still been chasing his first BWF World Tour triumph since his quarter-final run at the Orleans Masters in early March. Coming off consecutive first-round defeats, the Malaysian shuttler was forced to withdraw from his opening match at the Super 750 China Masters against world No.16 Lin Chun-yi of Chinese Taipei. Lee even held a match point before injury stopped him, ending the contest at 21-17, 20-22, 6-14. The opening game had been tightly fought. Lee strung together a late burst to edge ahead 19-17 and converted his first game point after just 18 minutes. Buoyed by that start, he seized control early in the second game, building a 9-4 lead. Lin responded by clawing back to 17-15 before the score swung back and forth. Lee reached 20-19 for a match point but could not finish it off, and the match moved to a deciding game. In the third, Lee’s lack of match fitness became apparent. Down 6-14, he signalled to the umpire that he could not continue, bringing an abrupt end to his campaign.
Second WT QF for Sindhu
PV Sindhu extended her impressive run at the China Masters, advancing to the quarterfinals with a commanding straight-games victory (21-15, 21-15) over Thailand’s World No. 6, Pornpawee Chochuwong. The two-time Olympic medalist, who was seeking to reverse a season plagued by six first-round exits, demonstrated strong form in Shenzhen. She built her quarterfinal berth on a foundation of decisive victories, having first dispatched Denmark’s Line Christophersen with a dominant 21-5, 21-10 win in the opening round.
However, Sindhu’s campaign concluded in the next round, where she was defeated by the 2024 Paris Olympic champion, South Korea’s An Se-young.
Fajar and Fikri Made It Again
Indonesia’s new men’s doubles pairing of Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri pulled off an impressive upset against China’s Liang Weikeng and Wang Chang, who were riding high from a recent title at the Hong Kong Open.
The Indonesian duo controlled the match with sharp net interceptions and powerful smashes from the back. Though they lost the first game, their relentless strategy eventually overwhelmed the Chinese pair. Fajar and Fikri rallied to a hard-fought 16–21, 21–15, 21–18 victory, advancing to the quarter-finals of the China Masters.
Lanier Ended Axelsen’s Campaign
Two-time Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen suffered a surprise defeat to France’s Alex Lanier in the round of 16 of the 2025 China Masters. The Danish former world No.1 opened strongly at the Shenzhen Arena, edging the first game 22–20, but Lanier — ranked seventh in the world — hit back to claim the next two games 21–15, 21–13. Earlier in the tournament, Axelsen had bounced back from a first-round exit at the Hong Kong Open by defeating China’s Wang Zhengxing 16–21, 21–17, 21–11 in his opening match in Shenzhen. However, the Paris 2024 Olympic gold medallist was still regaining full match fitness after a six-month absence from competition and found it hard to cope with the pace of a 67-minute encounter. Alex Lanier’s victory over Viktor Axelsen at the 2025 China Masters made their H2H record 2-1 in favor of Lanier.

China’s Mixed Doubles Streak Ends
For the first time in the 18-year history of the China Masters, the mixed doubles final did not feature a Chinese pair, ending the country’s extraordinary streak of domestic dominance since the tournament’s inception in 2005. This historic moment was secured at the Shenzhen Arena after two thrilling semifinal victories by non-Chinese pairs.
In a remarkable upset, Thailand’s Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Supissara Paewsampran defeated the top-seeded Chinese duo, Jiang Zhen Bang and Wei Ya Xin, in a swift 43-minute match with a score of 21-17, 22-20.
The second semifinal was an epic battle that saw Malaysia’s newly crowned world champions, Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei, triumph over the defending champions, Feng Yan Zhe and Huang Dong Ping. The grueling match lasted 80 minutes, with the Malaysian pair prevailing in a three-game thriller, 22-24, 21-19, 21-17. Their victory solidified the historic outcome and guaranteed that new, non-local champions would be crowned.

2024 Champions
Of the previous year’s China Masters champions, only An Se-young and Seo Seung-jae managed to successfully defend their titles. The 2024 winning men’s doubles pair of Jin Yong and Seo Seung-jae had not reunited for the tournament. Instead, Seo Seung-jae had formed a new partnership with Kim Won-ho, and the duo entered the tournament as the top seeds. Jin Yong, meanwhile, was absent from the player list altogether and did not compete.

Men’s Singles
Anders Antonsen (DEN)

Women’s Singles
An Se-young (KOR)

Men’s Doubles
Jin Yong / Seo Seung-jae (KOR)

Women’s Doubles
Liu Shengshu / Tan Ning (CHN)

Mixed Doubles
Feng Yanzhe / Huang Dongping (CHN)

Tournament Links

BWF Tournament Profile

Draws
Live Score
Wikipedia Article

Schedule
All times are local, China Standard Time (UTC+8).

Dates
Round
Start Time

Tuesday, Sept 16 Match Schedule
Round of 32 (Top Half)
9:00 AM

Wednesday, Sept 17 Match Schedule
Round of 32 (Bottom Half)
9:00 AM

Thursday, Sept 18 Match Schedule
Round of 16
9:00 AM

Friday, Sept 19 Match Schedule
Quarter-Finals
10:00 AM

5.00 PM

Saturday, Sept 20 Match Schedule
Semi-Finals
10:00 AM

5.00 PM

Sunday, Sept 21 Match Schedule
Finals
1:00 PM

TV Broadcast Schedule
For the event, Courts 1 and 2 were featured in the television broadcast. Typically, television coverage for Court 1 spanned from the earlier rounds through the finals, while Court 2’s broadcast focused on mid-week matches. Viewers were advised to check with their local broadcasters for specific details in their region. For comprehensive viewing, matches from all courts could be streamed on the BWF TV YouTube channel from the tournament’s opening day. Here’s the complete schedule:
Court 1

Dates
No. of Matches
Start Time

Wednesday, Sept 17
10
9:00 AM

Thursday, Sept 18
10
9:00 AM

Friday, Sept 19
5
10:00 AM

5
5:00 PM

Saturday, Sept 20
5
10:00 AM

5
5:00 PM

Sunday, Sept 21
5
1:00 PM

Court 2

Dates
No. of Matches
Start Time

Thursday, Sept 18
8
9:00 AM

Friday, Sept 19
4
10:00 AM

4
5:00 PM

Prize Money Distribution
The 2025 China Masters boasted a total prize pool of US$1,250,000, which reinforced its status as the most lucrative tournament on the BWF World Tour Super 750 circuit. The purse represented a significant increase of $100,000, marking an 8.7% rise from the previous edition’s total of US$1,150,000.

Stage
Singles
Doubles

Winner
$87,500
$92,500

Finalist
$42,500
$43,750

Semifinalists
$17,500
$17,500

Quarterfinalists
$6,875
$7,812.50

Round of 16
$3,750
$4,062.50

Round of 32
$1,250
$1,250

China Masters Status on BWF World Tour

Year
Status
Prize Money

2018
Super 750
US$700,000

2019
Super 750
US$700,000

2020
Not held
–

2021
Not held
–

2022
Not held
–

2023
Super 750
US$1,150,000

2024
Super 750
US$1,150,000

2025
Super 750
US$1,250,000

2026
Super 750
TBC

References1“2025 China Masters Prospectus” (PDF). BWF Corporate. Retrieved 29 June 2025.

2025 Korea Open
2025-09-23 - 2025-09-28 | Suwon Gymnasium, 775 Jowon-dong, Jangan-gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do, Korea, Republic of
The 2025 Korea Open, also known as the Suwon Victor Korea Open 2025 for sponsorship reasons, was a badminton tournament held at the Suwon Gymnasium in Suwon, South Korea, from September 23 to September 28, 2025. It was the 32nd edition of the Korea Open championships, and part of the BWF World Tour Super 500 tournaments on the 2025 BWF World Tour. This event featured a total prize fund of US$475,000.1“2025 Korea Open Prospectus”. BWF Corporate. Retrieved 1 July 2025.
Champions

Event
Champion(s)
Runner(s)-up

Men’s Singles
🇮🇩 Jonatan Christie [4]
🇩🇰 Anders Antonsen [1]

21-10, 15-21, 21-17

Women’s Singles
🇯🇵 Akane Yamaguchi [2]
🇰🇷 An Se-young [1]

21-18, 21-13

Men’s Doubles
🇰🇷 Kim Won-ho [1]
🇰🇷 Seo Seung-jae
🇮🇩 Indonesia Fajar Alfian
🇮🇩 Muhammad Shohibul Fikri

21-16, 23-21

Women’s Doubles
🇰🇷 Kim Hye-jeong [2]
🇰🇷 Kong Hee-yong
🇯🇵 Japan Rin Iwanaga [1]
🇯🇵 Kie Nakanishi

21-19, 21-12

Mixed Doubles
🇨🇳 Feng Yanzhe [1]
🇨🇳 Huang Dongping
🇨🇳 Jiang Zhenbang [2]
🇨🇳 Wei Yaxin

25-23, 21-11

Highlights
New Water Policy
The 2025 Korea Open was not only set to showcase world-class badminton but also a renewed commitment to sustainability. Tournament organizers announced a new initiative aimed at reducing plastic waste and promoting environmentally responsible practices throughout the event.
Starting that year, disposable PET bottled water was no longer supplied to players and officials. Instead, every participant received a reusable sports water bottle upon arrival. In support of this shift, large water dispensers were placed across the venue — including the competition hall, practice courts and warm-up areas — to make it simple for players, staff and volunteers to refill their bottles whenever needed.
While the tournament did not hand out 500ml plastic water bottles as in past editions, there were no restrictions on bringing or purchasing other beverages inside the venue. Participants and spectators could still buy drinks of their choice on site or bring their own bottles from other brands.
Organizers clarified that the change was driven purely by environmental sustainability goals and was not connected to the promotion of any beverage company. They called on everyone involved — from athletes to coaches and spectators — to actively support the new system and help reduce the event’s ecological footprint.
By taking these steps, the 2025 Korea Open aimed to lead by example in the sporting world, showing that a premier international badminton tournament could deliver high-level competition while also caring for the planet.
Chen Qingchen and Jia Yifan Reunite
Olympic champions Chen Qingchen and Jia Yifan were back together on court at the 2025 Korea Open, rekindling one of badminton’s most successful partnerships. The four-time world champions, who had claimed gold at the Paris 2024 Games, had mostly gone their separate ways since their Olympic triumph but returned as fifth seeds in Suwon.
Their appearances as a pair had been rare over the past year. After earning an automatic berth at the BWF World Tour Finals the previous December, the duo also played together at the 2025 Badminton Asia Championships and made a brief showing at the BWF Sudirman Cup Finals, where they contested only one match.
In the interim, Jia had forged a winning partnership with Zhang Shuxian, capturing the China Masters title the previous Sunday. Chen had endured a quieter spell, unable to replicate that level of success alongside Wang Tingge or Keng Shuliang.
The Korea Open raised the question of whether the two stars could recapture their past dominance. Winners of this tournament two years earlier, Chen and Jia opened their campaign against Hsu Ya-ching and Sung Yu-hsuan, with a possible quarter-final meeting against Japan’s Yuki Fukushima and Mayu Matsumoto.
The draw itself was wide open. With several top combinations absent, Japan’s Rin Iwanaga and Kie Nakanishi had been installed as top seeds, while Kim Hye-jeong and Kong Hee-yong — runners-up at the China Masters — were seeded second. All eyes were on whether Chen and Jia could turn their reunion into another memorable chapter in their storied careers.
2024 Champions
All of last year’s Korea Open title holders were set to return for the new edition, except in the women’s doubles category. Jeong Na-eun, who lifted the trophy alongside Kim Hye-jeong last season, was entered this time with Lee Yeon-woo, while Kim paired up with Kong Hee-yong.
Meanwhile, Korea’s reigning Olympic women’s singles champion An Se-young headed the field as the top seed, and the country’s men’s doubles world champions, Kim Won-ho and Seo Seung-jae, were also slated to play in front of a home crowd as top seeds — setting the stage for a particularly exciting tournament.2“2025 Korea Open Draws”. BWF Corporate. Retrieved 18 September 2025.

Men’s Singles
Lu Guangzu (CHN)

Women’s Singles
Kim Ga-eun (KOR)

Men’s Doubles
Leo Rolly Carnando / Bagas Maulana (INA)

Women’s Doubles
Jeong Na-eun / Kim Hye-jeong (KOR)

Mixed Doubles
Chen Tang Jie / Toh Ee Wei (MAS)

Tournament Links

BWF Tournament Profile

Draws
Live Score
Wikipedia Article

Schedule
All times are local, Korea Standard Time (UTC+9).

Dates
Round
Start Time

Tue, September 23 Match Schedule
Qualifying rounds
10:00 AM

Round of 32 (MD/WD) (except qualifiers)
4:00 PM

Wed, September 24 Match Schedule
Round of 32
10:00 AM

Thu, September 25 Match Schedule
Round of 16
10:00 AM

Fri, September 26 Match Schedule
Quarter-Finals
12:00 PM

Sat, September 27 Match Schedule
Semi-Finals
11:00 AM

Sun, September 28 Match Schedule
Finals
11:00 AM

TV Broadcast Schedule
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

Thu, September 25
8
10:00 AM

Fri, September 26
8
12:00 PM

Sat, September 27
8
11:00 AM

Sun, September 28
5
11:00 AM

Prize Money
The total prize money for this year’s edition of Korea Open is US$475,000. Here’s the prize breakdown:

Stage
Singles
Doubles

Winner
$35,625
$37,525

Finalist
$18,050
$18,050

Semifinalists
$6,887.50
$6,650

Quarterfinalists
$2,850
$3,443.75

Round of 16
$1,662.50
$1,781.25

Notable Withdrawals

Men’s Singles: Li Shifeng (China)
Women’s Singles: Sim Yu-jin (South Korea)
Men’s Doubles: Ong Yew Sin/Teo Ee Yi (Malaysia)
Women’s Doubles: Li Yijing/Luo Xumin (China)
Mixed Doubles: Chen Tang Jie/Toh Ee Wei (Malaysia)

Korea Open Status on BWF World Tour

Year
Status
Prize Money

2018
Super 500
US$600,000

2019
Super 500
US$400,000

2020
Not held
–

2021
Not held
–

2022
Super 500
US$360,000

2023
Super 500
US$420,000

2024
Super 500
US$420,000

2025
Super 500
US$475,000

2026
Super 500
US$500,000

References1“2025 Korea Open Prospectus”. BWF Corporate. Retrieved 1 July 2025.2“2025 Korea Open Draws”. BWF Corporate. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
