BWF World Championships 2026: Full Schedule, Dates, Draws, Venue, Tournament Format, Defending Champions and TV Coverage.
The 2026 BWF World Championships will bring the world's best badminton players to New Delhi, India, from August 17 to August 23. Hosted at the iconic Indira Gandhi Arena, the tournament marks the 30th edition of the prestigious championship and will feature elite competition across five events.
Organized by the Badminton Association of India and sanctioned by the Badminton World Federation (BWF), the World Championships is considered the most prestigious event in international badminton. Players will compete for the coveted World Champion title in men's singles, women's singles, men's doubles, women's doubles, and mixed doubles.
Unlike BWF World Tour tournaments, the World Championships does not offer prize money. Instead, medal winners earn global recognition, with champions receiving the official title of World Champion. The five champions will also secure automatic qualification for the 2026 BWF World Tour Finals in Hangzhou, China.
When is BWF World Championships 2026?
The 2026 BWF World Championships will be held from August 17 to August 23, 2026, with the finals taking place on Sunday, August 23.
Where is BWF World Championships 2026?
The tournament will be played at the Indira Gandhi Arena in New Delhi, India.
How to Watch the BWF World Championships 2026?
What is the Prize Money for 2026 Badminton World Championships?
There is no prize money at the BWF World Championships. Players compete for medals, the World Champion title, and automatic qualification for the 2026 BWF World Tour Finals.
BWF World Championships 2026: Points Distribution
Winner: 13,500 points
Runner up: 11,400 points
Semifinalists: 9,300 points
Quarterfinalists: 7,400 points
Round of 16: 5,400 points
Round of 32: 3,600 points
Round of 64: 2,200 points
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