The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has finalized its plans for an exciting 2027 season. The 2027 BWF World Tour will bring unmatched action, fresh sporting rules, and a fully loaded schedule featuring top athletes from every corner of the planet. The entire season runs around the calendar year, launching in late January and continuing all…
KUALA LUMPUR – The Badminton World Federation (BWF) today officially unveiled the tournament hosts for the 2027-2030 World Tour cycle, confirming that the Malaysia Open will retain its prestigious Super 1000 status. The announcement, made earlier today in Kuala Lumpur, cements Malaysia’s position at the pinnacle of world badminton for another four years. However, the…
HONG KONG – In a landmark development for Asian sports, the Badminton World Federation (BWF) announced today, February 9, 2026, that the Hong Kong Open Badminton Championships has been officially upgraded to a World Tour Super 750 event for the 2027–2030 cycle. This promotion from its long-standing Super 500 status marks a significant milestone for…
KUALA LUMPUR, 09 February 2026 — The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has officially confirmed the tournament hosts for its revamped 36-tournament World Tour, spanning from 2027 to 2030. This announcement marks a significant milestone in the BWF’s “bold new plans” for the future of the sport, introducing a more integrated and lucrative global circuit. A…
KUALA LUMPUR – The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has unveiled a transformative roadmap for the sport’s 2027–2034 cycle, marking a radical departure from traditional tournament structures. In partnership with commercial giant Infront, the BWF is set to double its broadcast output and overhaul its most prestigious events to favor player health and fan engagement. Beginning…
Kuala Lumpur – In a move to enhance the sport’s presentation and maintain continuous play, the Badminton World Federation (BWF) has announced plans to test a new time clock system at select tournaments starting in 2026. The BWF Council, at its meeting on August 29, 2025, approved new regulations to allow for comprehensive testing of…
Macau is set to host the 16th edition of the Macau Badminton Open, a prestigious event that will once again be part of the HSBC Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Tour 300. This significant upgrade for the second consecutive year promises to attract a dazzling array of the world’s top badminton talent, including Olympic gold…