The YONEX French Open 2026 is underway from October 20 to 25 at the Arena Grand Paris in France. The HSBC BWF World Tour event features elite badminton players competing in five categories: men’s singles, women’s singles, men’s doubles, women’s doubles and mixed doubles. The opening round has already delivered major upsets, including French shuttler Toma Junior Popov’s victory over world No. 1 Kunlavut Vitidsarn. India’s campaign also remains a key storyline, with PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen and leading doubles players among the competitors.
YONEX French Open 2026 Schedule
The tournament features six days of competition, with the knockout rounds progressing towards Sunday’s finals. The schedule is subject to changes depending on match duration and court allocation. For the latest timings, refer to the official tournament schedule.
| Date | Round |
| October 20–21 | Round of 32 |
| October 22 | Round of 16 |
| October 23 | Quarter-finals |
| October 24 | Semi-finals |
| October 25 | Finals |
Key Players and Matchups to Watch
Several leading international shuttlers headline the 2026 French Open draw. In women’s singles, South Korea’s An Se Young, the defending champion and top seed, is among the leading contenders. Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi is another major name in the draw.
In men’s singles, Denmark’s Anders Antonsen, the 2025 champion, returns to defend his title. France’s Christo Popov and Alex Lanier are also among the players to watch, with home support adding significance to their campaigns.
The opening round has already produced a major upset. Toma Junior Popov defeated Thailand’s world No. 1 Kunlavut Vitidsarn 9-21, 21-14, 21-15. The French player recovered after losing the first game to secure a three-game victory. The result is one of the early highlights of the tournament.
Indian Players to Watch at French Open 2026
India’s campaign features established international players across singles and doubles. PV Sindhu entered the tournament with a challenging draw against An Se Young, making the women’s singles contest one of the notable matchups involving an Indian player.
In men’s singles, Lakshya Sen, Kidambi Srikanth and Ayush Shetty are among India’s representatives to follow. Their progress will depend on their opening-round performances and subsequent draws.
In men’s doubles, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty arrived as fifth seeds and two-time French Open champions, having won the title in 2022 and 2024. However, their 2026 campaign began with a defeat against French brothers Christo Popov and Toma Junior Popov. The Indian pair lost 21-19, 18-21, 21-13 in a three-game encounter.
Other Indian players in the draw include women’s singles shuttlers Tanvi Sharma, Isharani Baruah, Ashmita Chaliha and Unnati Hooda, along with doubles representatives across the women’s and mixed categories. Their latest results should be checked against the official draw before publication.
YONEX French Open 2026 Results
The tournament is ongoing, and results are being updated as matches conclude. One of the biggest early developments was Toma Junior Popov’s win over Kunlavut Vitidsarn. In men’s doubles, Christo and Toma Junior Popov also defeated Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty 21-19, 18-21, 21-13.
These results highlight the competitive nature of the opening rounds, with both established players and home representatives making headlines. The official tournament website provides match reports, while the BWF website offers live scores and updated results.
Where to Follow French Open 2026 Live Scores
Fans can follow match schedules, draws and results through the official YONEX French Open website and the BWF website or app. These platforms provide updates throughout the tournament, including the progress of Indian players and the remaining knockout fixtures.
Conclusion
The YONEX French Open 2026 continues until October 25, with international contenders competing for titles across five categories. Toma Junior Popov’s upset victory and the early exit of India’s Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have already shaped the tournament’s opening narrative. The remaining rounds will determine the finalists and champions across all five categories.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The YONEX French Open 2026 is being held from October 20 to 25, 2026, with the finals scheduled for October 25.
The tournament is taking place at Arena Grand Paris in France.
The tournament features five categories: men’s singles, women’s singles, men’s doubles, women’s doubles and mixed doubles.
