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SUMMARY:2026 Malaysia Masters
DESCRIPTION:The Perodua Malaysia Masters 2026 is set to electrify the Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur this May. As a premier BWF World Tour Super 500 event\, it remains a cornerstone of the international badminton calendar\, drawing the world’s elite athletes to the heart of Malaysia. \n\n\n\nWhether you are a seasoned fan or a first-time spectator\, here is everything you need to know about the 2026 edition. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTournament Overview\n\n\n\n\nDates: Tuesday\, 19 May – Sunday\, 24 May 2026\n\n\n\nVenue: Axiata Arena\, KL Sports City\, Bukit Jalil\, Kuala Lumpur\n\n\n\nStatus: BWF World Tour Super 500\n\n\n\nTotal Prize Pool: USD 500\,000\n\n\n\n\nThe tournament serves as a crucial mid-year battleground\, following the Thailand Open and the China Masters. With ranking points and significant prize money on the line\, the competition in the 28-player main draw is expected to be fierce across all five categories. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrize Money Distribution\n\n\n\nThe total purse of USD 500\,000 is distributed among the top performers. While the singles champions take home the largest individual checks\, the doubles pairs also compete for a substantial share of the rewards. \n\n\n\nCategoryWinnerRunner-upSemifinalistQuarterfinalistRound of 16Singles (MS/WS)$37\,500$19\,000$7\,250$3\,000$1\,750Doubles (MD/WD/XD)*$39\,500$19\,000$7\,000$3\,625$1\,875\n\n\n\n*Note: Prize money for doubles is per pair. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProvisional Competition Schedule\n\n\n\nThe action begins with a high-stakes Tuesday\, where qualifiers fight for their spot in the main draw\, followed immediately by the opening rounds of the Men’s and Women’s Doubles. \n\n\n\nDateRoundDoors OpenStart TimeTue\, 19 MayQualifiers & MD/WD Round 109:0010:00Wed\, 20 MayMain Draw Round 1 (All Events)08:0009:00Thu\, 21 MayRound of 1609:0010:00Fri\, 22 MayQuarterfinals08:0009:00 / 15:00Sat\, 23 MaySemifinals11:0012:00Sun\, 24 MayFinals11:0012:00\n\n\n\n\nPro Tip: Due to the “Back-to-Back” rule\, finalists from the preceding Thailand Open and China Masters will typically have their first-round matches scheduled for Wednesday to allow for travel and recovery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInternational Broadcast Schedule\n\n\n\nFor fans unable to attend the Axiata Arena in person\, the tournament will be extensively covered by international broadcasters and the BWF’s digital platforms. \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, 21 May: 8 Matches (Starting 10:00)\n\n\n\nFriday\, 22 May: 8 Matches (Session 1: 09:00 | Session 2: 15:00)\n\n\n\nSaturday\, 23 May: 8 Matches (Starting 12:00)\n\n\n\nSunday\, 24 May: 5 Championship Matches (Starting 12:00)\n\n\n\n\nIn Malaysia\, Astro Arena and Astro SuperSport typically provide live coverage. Globally\, fans can tune into BWF TV on YouTube (subject to geo-blocking) or check local sports networks like SpoTV. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDraw Size and Format\n\n\n\nThe tournament features a highly competitive entry list with limited spots available for qualifiers. \n\n\n\nEventMain DrawQualifying PositionsMax Qualifying EntriesMen’s Singles28416Women’s Singles2848Men’s Doubles2848Women’s Doubles2848Mixed Doubles2848\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTravel & Venue Information\n\n\n\nThe Axiata Arena is a world-class indoor stadium located within the KL Sports City complex. \n\n\n\n\nGetting There: The easiest way to reach the venue is via the LRT Sri Petaling Line (stop at Bukit Jalil Station)\, which is just a short walk from the arena entrance.\n\n\n\nEntry: Security checks are mandatory at the gate. Fans are encouraged to arrive early\, especially for the weekend sessions\, to soak in the atmosphere at the fan zones.\n\n\n\n\nWith local heroes often performing well on home soil\, the 2026 Malaysia Masters promises to be a week of high-octane shuttling and unforgettable sporting drama!
URL:https://badmintonworldtour.com/event/2026-malaysia-masters/
LOCATION:Axiata Arena\, L2-E-10\, Enterprise 4\, Technology Park Malaysia\, Lebuhraya Bukit Jalil\, Bukit Jalil\, Kuala Lumpur\, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur\, 57000\, Malaysia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Badminton Association of Malaysia":MAILTO:events@bam.org.my
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