BWF India Open: Complete List of Title Winners

Here’s the full list of BWF India Open title winners and explore the champions’ remarkable achievements. Dive into the tournament’s legacy today!

The BWF India Open is a staple in the global badminton calendar. Over the years, the tournament has witnessed numerous iconic victories, with players from different countries excelling on the courts of India. Initially, the competition was held as a Grand Prix Gold event, before being upgraded to a BWF Superseries tournament in 2011. Since 2023, it has earned the esteemed status of a BWF World Tour Super 750 event, highlighting its significance on the international badminton circuit.

Historically, Indonesia has been the dominant nation in the BWF India Open, with an impressive tally of 21 titles. This includes several wins across different categories, particularly in Men’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles. China, Japan, and Thailand are also among the most successful nations in the tournament’s history, each contributing several iconic champions to the list.

BWF India Open: Full List of Title Winners

Men’s Singles Champions:

  • 1973: Svend Pri (Denmark)
  • 1979: Dhany Sartika (Indonesia)
  • 1981: Prakash Padukone (India)
  • 2019: Viktor Axelsen (Denmark)
  • 2022: Lakshya Sen (India)
  • 2023: Kunlavut Vitidsarn (Thailand)

Indonesia’s dominance is clear in this category, with several of their players like Taufik Hidayat and Heryanto Arbi securing top positions. Viktor Axelsen, however, continues to impress, claiming his latest victory in 2025.

Women’s Singles Champions:

  • 1981: Zheng Yuli (China)
  • 2010: Saina Nehwal (India)
  • 2017: PV Sindhu (India)
  • 2023: An Se Young (South Korea)
  • 2024: Tai Tzu Ying (Taipei)
  • 2025: An Se Young (South Korea)

India’s Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu have been crucial to the nation’s success in the Women’s Singles category, while An Se Young from South Korea has dominated recent years, winning two consecutive titles.

Men’s Doubles Champions:

  • 2016-2018: Marcus Fernaldi Gideon/Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo (Indonesia)
  • 2022: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy/Chirag Shetty (India)
  • 2025: Goh Sze Fei/Nur Izzuddin (Malaysia)

This category has been incredibly competitive, with Indonesia producing strong contenders like Gideon and Sukamuljo, while India’s Rankireddy and Shetty emerged as champions in 2022.

Women’s Doubles Champions:

  • 2018-2019: Greysia Polii/Apriyani Rahayu (Indonesia)
  • 2023: Nami Matsuyama/Chiharu Shida (Japan)
  • 2024: Mayu Matsumoto/Wakana Nagahara (Japan)

Indonesia has been a dominant force in Women’s Doubles, with Polii and Rahayu clinching back-to-back titles in 2018 and 2019. Recently, Japan has been making waves, with several teams emerging victorious.

Mixed Doubles Champions:

  • 2017-2019: Lu Kai/Huang Yaqiong (China)
  • 2022: Terry Hee/Tan Wei Han (Singapore)
  • 2024: Dechapol Puavaranukroh/Sapsiree Taerattanachai (Thailand)

In Mixed Doubles, China’s Lu Kai and Huang Yaqiong were dominant for several years, while Thailand’s Puavaranukroh and Taerattanachai emerged as new titans in the sport.

FAQs:

  1. Who has won the most titles at the BWF India Open?
    Indonesia holds the most titles at the BWF India Open, with 21 total victories across various categories.
  2. Which country has been most successful in Men’s Singles at the BWF India Open?
    Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen has been one of the most successful Men’s Singles players in recent years, alongside Indonesia’s Taufik Hidayat.
  3. Has India been successful in the BWF India Open?
    Yes, India has claimed 8 titles, including wins in both Men’s and Women’s Singles, and Men’s Doubles.
  4. What makes the BWF India Open special?
    The BWF India Open is a prestigious tournament that provides significant ranking points, crucial for athletes preparing for events like the Olympics.
  5. Which players are considered legends of the BWF India Open?
    Legendary players include Prakash Padukone, Taufik Hidayat, and PV Sindhu, each contributing to the tournament’s storied history.

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