Arctic Open 2026 badminton tournament begins in Vantaa

The Arctic Open 2026, a BWF World Tour Super 500 badminton tournament, is taking place from October 6–11 at the Vantaan Energia Areena in Vantaa, Finland. The event features over 250 international players competing across men’s and women’s singles, doubles, and mixed doubles categories.

Indian athletes are among the key competitors in the tournament. Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu enters the competition following a recent victory at the Japan Open. Other notable Indian players include Kidambi Srikanth, who faces Canada’s Brian Yang, and HS Prannoy, who is scheduled to play fourth seed Anders Antonsen of Denmark. The Indian contingent also includes Tanvi Sharma, Isharani Baruah, Ashmita Chaliha, and Unnati Hooda.

Spectators can attend the opening day of qualifying matches on Tuesday, October 6, with free admission. Tickets for the remaining days of the tournament are available through Lippu.fi, with prices varying for adults and children.