Where to Watch Denmark Open 2026: TV Channels, Live Streams & Match Times
The Victor Denmark Open 2026 takes place from October 13 to 18 at SJF Bank Arena in Odense, Denmark, bringing together some of the world’s best badminton players for another exciting BWF World Tour Super 750 tournament.
Fans around the world can follow the action through official television broadcasters and streaming platforms, including Vidio in Indonesia, Astro and Sooka in Malaysia, FanCode and Eurosport India in India, TV 2 in Denmark, and BWF TV on YouTube in eligible territories.
According to the official BWF broadcast schedule, international television coverage runs from October 14 to 18, 2026, although the tournament itself begins on October 13.
Whether you are watching from Asia, Europe, the United States or another region, this guide explains where to watch the Denmark Open 2026 live, which channels are carrying the tournament, and when the semifinals and finals begin in different time zones.
Denmark Open 2026: Tournament and Broadcast Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Victor Denmark Open 2026 |
| Dates | October 13–18, 2026 |
| Venue | SJF Bank Arena |
| Location | Odense, Denmark |
| Category | BWF World Tour Super 750 |
| Prize Money | US$950,000 |
| Official Broadcast Dates | October 14–18, 2026 |
| Semifinals | Saturday, October 17 |
| Finals | Sunday, October 18 |
| International Streaming | BWF TV (subject to regional rights) |
The tournament features all five badminton disciplines: men’s singles, women’s singles, men’s doubles, women’s doubles and mixed doubles.
For complete tournament information, visit our Denmark Open overview.
Where to Watch Denmark Open 2026 in Asia
Asia is one of badminton’s biggest markets, with official broadcast partners covering China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam and several other territories.
Below is the regional broadcast information released for the 2026 tournament.
Denmark Open 2026 Asian TV Channels and Streaming Platforms
| Country/Region | Broadcaster | Channel / Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| China | BesTV, Huya, Migu, Youku, GRT, CBA, CBSAT | BesTV, Huya Badminton, Migu Sports, Youku Sports, GRT SPORTS, CBA Video System (WeChat), CMC Mobile |
| Chinese Taipei | ELTA | ELTA SPORTS 3, ELTA SPORTS 2 |
| Hong Kong | PCCW | Now Sports 3 (Ch. 633), Now Sports 1 (Ch. 631) |
| India & Subcontinent | JioStar | Eurosport India, FanCode |
| Indonesia | Vidio | Vidio |
| South Korea | SPOTV Eclat | SPOTV |
| Malaysia | Astro, Sooka | Astro Badminton |
| Singapore | Singtel, StarHub | mio Sports, mio Sports 2, Hub Sports 2 |
| Thailand | True Visions | True Sports 7, True Sports 2 |
| Vietnam | VTVCAB | VTV On Sports+, VTVprime |
India and Subcontinent coverage also includes the Maldives, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Pakistan, as identified in the official broadcaster information. Availability of individual services may vary by territory.
Where to Watch in Indonesia
Badminton fans in Indonesia can watch Denmark Open 2026 through Vidio, the tournament’s listed official broadcaster in the country.
The platform carries BWF World Tour coverage, allowing viewers to follow Indonesian players competing in Odense.
To watch:
- Visit Vidio.
- Open the sports or badminton section.
- Find the Victor Denmark Open 2026 event.
- Select the available live match or court stream.
A qualifying subscription may be required for some streams.
Indonesia’s representatives include several notable players across the singles and doubles events, making the tournament an important stop for Indonesian badminton fans.
Where to Watch in Malaysia
Malaysian viewers can follow Denmark Open 2026 through Astro and Sooka, with Astro Badminton listed as the official channel.
Fans can check Astro’s television schedule or search the Sooka platform for available live coverage.
Malaysia has a strong contingent competing in Odense, including leading men’s doubles and women’s doubles combinations.
Where to Watch in India
Indian badminton fans can watch the tournament through Eurosport India and FanCode, which are listed under the JioStar broadcast arrangement.
FanCode has a dedicated Denmark Open 2026 tournament page featuring scheduled coverage from October 14 to 18.
Viewers can visit FanCode’s Denmark Open 2026 page to check upcoming streams, match times and available viewing options.
Coverage and access may depend on the viewer’s location and subscription.
Where to Watch in Singapore
Fans in Singapore have two listed broadcast providers:
Singtel
- mio Sports
- mio Sports 2
StarHub
- Hub Sports 2
Viewers should check the respective television guides for specific matches and broadcast times.
Where to Watch in China
Chinese fans can follow Denmark Open 2026 through multiple broadcasting and digital platforms, including:
- BesTV
- Huya Badminton
- Migu Sports
- Youku Sports
- GRT SPORTS
- CBA Video System via WeChat
- CMC Mobile
The availability of particular matches, courts and streams may vary between services.
Where to Watch in Other Asian Countries
In Thailand, official coverage is provided by True Visions through True Sports 7 and True Sports 2.
In Vietnam, fans can follow the tournament through VTVCAB, with VTV On Sports+ and VTVprime listed as channels or platforms.
In South Korea, SPOTV carries the tournament under SPOTV Eclat’s broadcast arrangement.
Viewers in Chinese Taipei can use ELTA SPORTS 3 and ELTA SPORTS 2, while fans in Hong Kong can tune in through Now Sports 3 (Channel 633) and Now Sports 1 (Channel 631), corresponding to the two listed court feeds.
Where to Watch Denmark Open 2026 in Europe
The official European broadcast list identifies Denmark and Germany as territories with dedicated broadcasters.
| Country | Broadcaster | Channel / Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | TV 2 | TV 2 Play, TV 2 Sport |
| Germany | SportEurope.tv | SportEurope.tv |
Denmark: TV 2 Sport and TV 2 Play
As the host country, Denmark will have live tournament coverage through TV 2 Sport and TV 2 Play.
Badminton fans can watch the action from Odense through TV 2’s television and streaming services, subject to their access arrangements.
The tournament also features Danish players competing on home soil, adding extra excitement for local viewers.
Germany: SportEurope.tv
German viewers can follow the tournament through SportEurope.tv’s BWF World Tour section.
The platform lists live streams for Denmark Open 2026, including early rounds, quarterfinals, semifinals and finals.
SportEurope.tv offers paid viewing options, including individual event streams and tournament passes. Viewers should check current prices and access conditions directly on the platform.
What About the United Kingdom and Other European Countries?
The supplied official broadcaster list does not identify dedicated television partners for the United Kingdom, Ireland or other European countries beyond Denmark and Germany.
Viewers in those territories can check BWF TV on YouTube, where streams may be available depending on local broadcasting rights.
Where to Watch Denmark Open 2026 in the United States
Badminton fans in the United States can follow Denmark Open 2026 through Sports Illustrated TV, a free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel.
The official broadcaster information lists the following distribution platforms:
- Amazon Fire TV
- DIRECTV
- Sling Freestream
- Anoki LiveTVx
- Local Now
- Sports.tv
- Tablo TV
- DistroTV
- Free Live Sports
- Plex
Viewers can search for Sports Illustrated TV on their preferred supported platform and check the available live programming.
As with other regional broadcasters, the exact broadcast schedule and availability of individual matches may vary.
Where to Watch in Africa, Latin America and Other Regions
The tournament also has broadcast arrangements covering Africa and parts of the Americas.
| Region | Broadcaster | Channel / Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Africa | Discover Sport | DiscoverSport.com |
| South America | Disney+ | ESPN |
| Central America | Disney+ | ESPN |
| Caribbean | Disney+ | ESPN |
| Other eligible territories | BWF TV | BWF TV |
Africa
Viewers across Africa can check Discover Sport, with DiscoverSport.com identified as the official platform for regional coverage.
South America, Central America and the Caribbean
The official broadcast information lists Disney+ and ESPN for selected countries and territories across Latin America and the Caribbean.
South American territories include Brazil, Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay and Venezuela.
Central American coverage includes Mexico, Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Panama.
Coverage also extends to numerous Caribbean countries and territories, including Jamaica, the Bahamas, Barbados, the Dominican Republic, Trinidad and Tobago and others.
Viewers should confirm that their local Disney+ service includes the relevant ESPN sports coverage before the tournament begins.
Can You Watch Denmark Open 2026 on BWF TV YouTube?
Yes. BWF TV, the official YouTube channel of the Badminton World Federation, provides live badminton streams, highlights and other tournament content.
Watch here: BWF TV — Official YouTube Channel
BWF TV regularly provides coverage of major BWF World Tour tournaments, including Super 750 events.
However, there is an important restriction.
Why Is BWF TV Blocked in Some Countries?
Some BWF TV livestreams may be unavailable in countries where exclusive broadcasting rights have been sold to local television or streaming providers.
For example, viewers in countries with dedicated broadcast partners may encounter a message stating that the livestream is unavailable in their location.
This does not necessarily mean that the tournament is unavailable to watch.
Instead, fans should check the official broadcaster for their country, such as Vidio in Indonesia, Astro in Malaysia or TV 2 in Denmark.
Is BWF TV Free?
BWF TV offers free-to-view content on YouTube, including selected live matches, highlights and replays.
However, live match availability depends on regional broadcasting rights and the tournament’s streaming arrangements.
Not every court or match is necessarily available to every viewer.
Denmark Open 2026 Match Schedule
The tournament runs for six days, from Tuesday, October 13, through Sunday, October 18.
Below is the official daily competition schedule in Denmark local time.
| Date | Round | Scheduled Play |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, October 13 | First Round | 9:00 AM–10:30 PM |
| Wednesday, October 14 | First Round | 9:00 AM–10:00 PM |
| Thursday, October 15 | Second Round | 9:00 AM–10:00 PM |
| Friday, October 16 | Quarterfinals | 11:00 AM–10:00 PM |
| Saturday, October 17 | Semifinals | 9:00 AM–7:00 PM |
| Sunday, October 18 | Finals | 12:00 PM–5:00 PM |
All times are in Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+2).
The scheduled competition windows are provided by the tournament organizer. Individual match times may change depending on the order of play and the duration of earlier matches.
The broadcaster information supplied for the event specifies television coverage from October 14 to 18. Viewers seeking coverage of the opening day on October 13 should check their broadcaster’s schedule separately.
For updated match schedules, visit the official Denmark Open schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Denmark Open 2026 live?
The tournament is available through regional broadcasters, including Vidio in Indonesia, Astro and Sooka in Malaysia, FanCode and Eurosport India in India, TV 2 in Denmark, and other official services. BWF TV may provide YouTube coverage in eligible territories.
Is Denmark Open 2026 available on YouTube?
Selected matches may be streamed through the official BWF TV YouTube channel, subject to geographical restrictions.
Where can I watch Denmark Open 2026 in Indonesia?
Vidio is the official broadcaster listed for Indonesia.
Where can I watch Denmark Open 2026 in Malaysia?
Malaysian viewers can use Astro Badminton through Astro or Sooka, depending on service availability.
What channel is Denmark Open 2026 on in India?
Eurosport India and FanCode are listed as viewing options for India.
When are the Denmark Open 2026 semifinals?
The semifinals take place on Saturday, October 17, beginning at 9:00 AM Denmark time (CEST).
When is the Denmark Open 2026 final?
The finals take place on Sunday, October 18, beginning at 12:00 PM Denmark time (CEST).
Are all five finals played on the same day?
Yes. The men’s singles, women’s singles, men’s doubles, women’s doubles and mixed doubles finals are all scheduled for Sunday, October 18.
Denmark Open 2026 Semifinal and Final Times Around the World
For international badminton fans, Denmark’s time zone can make following the tournament a little confusing.
Odense observes Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+2) during the tournament.
The semifinals begin at 9:00 AM on Saturday, October 17, while the finals begin at noon on Sunday, October 18, in Denmark.
Here are the corresponding starting times in major badminton markets and international time zones.
Semifinals — Saturday, October 17, 2026
Official start: 9:00 AM CEST (Denmark)
| Country / Region | Time Zone | Local Start |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | CEST (UTC+2) | 9:00 AM |
| USA — Pacific | PDT (UTC−7) | 12:00 AM (Midnight) |
| USA — Eastern | EDT (UTC−4) | 3:00 AM |
| United Kingdom & Ireland | BST / Irish Standard Time (UTC+1) | 8:00 AM |
| India | IST (UTC+5:30) | 12:30 PM |
| Western Indonesia (Jakarta) | WIB (UTC+7) | 2:00 PM |
| Thailand | ICT (UTC+7) | 2:00 PM |
| Vietnam | ICT (UTC+7) | 2:00 PM |
| Singapore | SGT (UTC+8) | 3:00 PM |
| Malaysia | MYT (UTC+8) | 3:00 PM |
| China | CST (UTC+8) | 3:00 PM |
| Philippines | PHT (UTC+8) | 3:00 PM |
| Japan | JST (UTC+9) | 4:00 PM |
| South Korea | KST (UTC+9) | 4:00 PM |
| Eastern Australia — Brisbane | AEST (UTC+10) | 5:00 PM |
| Eastern Australia — Sydney/Melbourne | AEDT (UTC+11) | 6:00 PM |
All listed semifinal start times fall on Saturday, October 17, in their respective locations.
Finals — Sunday, October 18, 2026
Official start: 12:00 PM CEST (Denmark)
| Country / Region | Time Zone | Local Start |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | CEST (UTC+2) | 12:00 PM |
| USA — Pacific | PDT (UTC−7) | 3:00 AM |
| USA — Eastern | EDT (UTC−4) | 6:00 AM |
| United Kingdom & Ireland | BST / Irish Standard Time (UTC+1) | 11:00 AM |
| India | IST (UTC+5:30) | 3:30 PM |
| Western Indonesia (Jakarta) | WIB (UTC+7) | 5:00 PM |
| Thailand | ICT (UTC+7) | 5:00 PM |
| Vietnam | ICT (UTC+7) | 5:00 PM |
| Singapore | SGT (UTC+8) | 6:00 PM |
| Malaysia | MYT (UTC+8) | 6:00 PM |
| China | CST (UTC+8) | 6:00 PM |
| Philippines | PHT (UTC+8) | 6:00 PM |
| Japan | JST (UTC+9) | 7:00 PM |
| South Korea | KST (UTC+9) | 7:00 PM |
| Eastern Australia — Brisbane | AEST (UTC+10) | 8:00 PM |
| Eastern Australia — Sydney/Melbourne | AEDT (UTC+11) | 9:00 PM |
All listed final start times fall on Sunday, October 18, in their respective locations.
Important time zone notes:
- The United States is observing daylight saving time during the tournament, so Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) and Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) apply.
- The United Kingdom and Ireland are also observing their summer-time arrangements during October 17–18.
- Sydney and Melbourne observe Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT, UTC+11), while Brisbane remains on Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST, UTC+10).
- The times above indicate the beginning of the semifinal and final competition sessions, not the exact starting time of every individual match.
Match schedules and orders of play may be updated by the organizers. Fans should check the official tournament schedule or their local broadcaster before tuning in.
