The BWF World Tour makes its next stop in Kumamoto, Japan, as the Kumamoto Masters 2024 begins this Tuesday.
With a packed schedule running through November 17, fans can expect five days of high-stakes badminton as top international players battle for glory.
Men's Singles
Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen headlines the men's singles draw, though he’s making a cautious return after withdrawing from the Denmark Open due to illness. Meanwhile, Japan's Kodai Naraoka, still searching for his first title this season, hopes to turn his fortunes around on home soil.
Women's Singles
China's Wang Zhi Yi and Akane Yamaguchi of Japan are set to be key contenders. Yamaguchi, in particular, will look to leverage the home crowd advantage to clinch her first title since the summer.
Women's Doubles
Korea’s top-seeded pair, Lee So Hee and Baek Ha Na, are set to lead the Women's Doubles competition in Kumamoto. Meanwhile, China's Li Yi Jing and Luo Xu Min, who were the runners-up at last week's Korea Masters, will be aiming to convert their recent momentum into a title win. Keep an eye on Japan’s Chiharu Shida and Nami Matsuyama, who will have the home crowd’s support as they look to make a deep run.
Men's Doubles
The men's doubles category promises excitement, with Malaysia's Aaron Chia/Soh Wooi Yik fresh off their victory at last week’s Korea Masters. They'll face stiff competition from China's Liang Wei Keng/Wang Chang, who are in top form.
Mixed Doubles
Meanwhile, the rising Danish mixed doubles duo Jesper Toft/Amalie Magelund, who secured their first BWF World Tour title just two weeks ago at the HYLO Open, are eager to continue their rapid ascent.
Tournament Schedule
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Tuesday, November 12: Qualifying Rounds, MD/WD R32 – 9:00 AM
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Wednesday, November 13: Round of 32 – 9:00 AM
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Thursday, November 14: Round of 16 – 9:00 AM
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Friday, November 15: Quarterfinals – 10:00 AM
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Saturday, November 16: Semifinals – 10:00 AM
- Sunday, November 17: Finals – 11:00 AM