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SUMMARY:2026 India Open
DESCRIPTION:Updated on April 13\, 2026\n\n\nThe badminton world has descended upon the Indian capital for the Yonex-Sunrise India Open 2026\, a prestigious HSBC BWF World Tour Super 750 event. Hosted at the iconic Indira Gandhi Sports Complex\, this week-long festival of sport (January 13–18\, 2026) promises high-octane action\, world-class production\, and a staggering total prize pool of US$950\,000. \n\n\n\nAs the Badminton Association of India (BAI) President\, Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma\, noted in the official prospectus\, the sport has seen an “uprising” in the country. This tournament stands as the “prestigious feather in the cap” of that movement\, welcoming the global elite to battle for one of the season’s most coveted titles. \n\n\n\nBelow is the complete guide to the event\, including the match schedule\, broadcast details\, and the Hall of Champions\, which will be updated live as the finals conclude. \n\n\n\nHall of Champions\n\n\n\nThis section details the winners of the 2026 edition. The finals are scheduled for Sunday\, 18 January 2026\, starting at 11:00 AM. \n\n\n\nMen’s Singles\n\n\n\n\nChampion: [TBD – Awaiting Result]\n\nPrize Money: US$ 66\,500\n\n\n\n\n\nRunner-Up: [TBD – Awaiting Result]\n\nPrize Money: US$ 32\,300\n\n\n\n\n\nFinal Score:\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s Singles\n\n\n\n\nChampion: [TBD – Awaiting Result]\n\nPrize Money: US$ 66\,500\n\n\n\n\n\nRunner-Up: [TBD – Awaiting Result]\n\nPrize Money: US$ 32\,300\n\n\n\n\n\nFinal Score:\n\n\n\n\nMen’s Doubles\n\n\n\n\nChampions: [TBD – Awaiting Result]\n\nPrize Money: US$ 70\,300\n\n\n\n\n\nRunners-Up: [TBD – Awaiting Result]\n\nPrize Money: US$ 33\,250\n\n\n\n\n\nFinal Score:\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s Doubles\n\n\n\n\nChampions: [TBD – Awaiting Result]\n\nPrize Money: US$ 70\,300\n\n\n\n\n\nRunners-Up: [TBD – Awaiting Result]\n\nPrize Money: US$ 33\,250\n\n\n\n\n\nFinal Score:\n\n\n\n\nMixed Doubles\n\n\n\n\nChampions: [TBD – Awaiting Result]\n\nPrize Money: US$ 70\,300\n\n\n\n\n\nRunners-Up: [TBD – Awaiting Result]\n\nPrize Money: US$ 33\,250\n\n\n\n\n\nFinal Score:\n\n\n\n\nTournament Schedule\n\n\n\nThe six-day saga is structured to test endurance as much as skill. Matches are held in the Main Arena (Gymnastics Hall)\, with practice sessions conducted at the adjacent K.D. Jadhav Indoor Hall. \n\n\n\n\nDay 1: The Opening Salvo (Tuesday\, 13 January)\n\nAction: Round of 32 (Part 1)\n\n\n\nStart Time: 10:00 AM\n\n\n\nCourts: 4 Courts in play\n\n\n\nFocus: The tournament kicks off with the Top 32 pairs and shuttlers looking to survive the early jitters.\n\n\n\n\n\nDay 2: The Field Completes (Wednesday\, 14 January)\n\nAction: Round of 32 (Part 2)\n\n\n\nStart Time: 10:00 AM\n\n\n\nCourts: 4 Courts in play\n\n\n\nNote: This day specifically accommodates finalists from the preceding Malaysia Open\, allowing them recovery time before entering the fray in Delhi.\n\n\n\n\n\nDay 3: The Pre-Quarter Finals (Thursday\, 15 January)\n\nAction: Round of 16\n\n\n\nStart Time: 10:00 AM\n\n\n\nCourts: 4 Courts in play\n\n\n\nStakes: Winners here secure a piece of the substantial prize money\, while losers go home with just participation points.\n\n\n\n\n\nDay 4: Quarter Finals (Friday\, 16 January)\n\nAction: Top 8 Face-Off\n\n\n\nStart Time: 11:00 AM\n\n\n\nCourts: Reduced to 3 Courts\n\n\n\nIntensity: The business end of the tournament begins. Every match from this point is broadcast-quality drama.\n\n\n\n\n\nDay 5: Semi Finals (Saturday\, 17 January)\n\nAction: The Final Four\n\n\n\nStart Time: 11:00 AM\n\n\n\nCourts: 1 Main Show Court\n\n\n\nAtmosphere: All eyes focus on a single court as players fight for a guaranteed spot on the podium.\n\n\n\n\n\nDay 6: The Grand Finale (Sunday\, 18 January)\n\nAction: Championship Matches & Prize Ceremony\n\n\n\nStart Time: 11:00 AM\n\n\n\nCourts: 1 Main Show Court\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBroadcast & Media Coverage\n\n\n\nFans unable to make the trip to New Delhi can follow the action extensively via global broadcast partners. The coverage ramps up significantly as the tournament progresses: \n\n\n\n\nWed\, 14 Jan: Live coverage of 10 matches on Court 1.\n\n\n\nThu\, 15 Jan: Expanded coverage across two courts (8 matches on C1\, 10 matches on C2).\n\n\n\nFri\, 16 Jan (QF): Full coverage of the Quarter Finals across two courts.\n\n\n\nSat\, 17 Jan (SF): All 10 Semi-Final matches broadcast live.\n\n\n\nSun\, 18 Jan (Finals): Complete coverage of all 5 title matches.\n\n\n\n\nNote for spectators: Photography is strictly prohibited within the competition venue for non-accredited persons\, ensuring copyright protection and player focus. \n\n\n\nPrize Money & Points\n\n\n\nThe India Open is a lucrative stop on the tour. The total prize fund of US$ 950\,000 is distributed not just to the winners\, but deep into the draw\, ensuring financial sustainability for the touring athletes. \n\n\n\nSingles Payouts: \n\n\n\n\nChampion: $66\,500\n\n\n\nRunner-Up: $32\,300\n\n\n\nSemi-Finalist: $13\,300\n\n\n\nQuarter-Finalist: $5\,225\n\n\n\nRound of 16: $2\,850\n\n\n\nRound of 32: $950\n\n\n\n\nDoubles Payouts (Per Pair): \n\n\n\n\nChampions: $70\,300\n\n\n\nRunners-Up: $33\,250\n\n\n\nSemi-Finalists: $13\,300\n\n\n\nQuarter-Finalists: $6\,175\n\n\n\nRound of 16: $3\,087.50\n\n\n\nRound of 32: $950\n\n\n\n\n(Note: All prize money is subject to a 20.60% withholding tax as per Indian government regulations.) \n\n\n\nVenue & Logistics\n\n\n\nThe event operates under strict technical regulations to ensure a world-class environment. The Main Arena features professional green mats on wooden flooring\, and matches are played with Yonex Aerosenda 50 shuttles. To ensure fairness\, the Instant Review System (IRS) is operational on TV courts\, allowing players to challenge line calls during critical moments. \n\n\n\nPlayers are housed in luxury accommodations like the Hotel Le Meridien and Shangri-La Eros\, with dedicated transport shuttles ensuring seamless movement between the hotel and the stadium. \n\n\n\nAs the matches unfold and the brackets narrow\, this article will be updated to reflect the new kings and queens of the India Open 2026. Stay tuned to the Hall of Champions section above for the final verdict.
URL:https://badmintonworldtour.com/event/2026-india-open/
LOCATION:Indira Gandhi Arena\, Indraprastha Estate\, Grand Trunk Rd\, near Raj Ghat\, IG Indoor Stadium\, ITO\, IP Estate\, New Delhi\, Delhi\, 110002\, India
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