Six extraordinary days of world-class badminton, five newly crowned champions and a remarkable milestone in the history books. VICTOR DENMARK OPEN 2026 has drawn to a close after another unforgettable week in Odense.
Despite home favourite Anders Antonsen falling to France’s Alex Lanier in Sunday’s men’s singles final, there was plenty for the Danish crowd to celebrate throughout the tournament.
Inspired by the tremendous support inside SJF Bank Arena, the Danish players delivered a series of outstanding performances, competing alongside the world’s finest and contributing to a week filled with memorable moments.
And the final day certainly lived up to expectations.
Five thrilling finals brought the tournament to a spectacular conclusion, with breathtaking rallies, fiercely contested encounters and five deserving champions lifting the prestigious VICTOR DENMARK OPEN trophies.
Among Sunday’s winners, one achievement stood out as particularly historic.
South Korea’s An Se Young claimed another title to become the most successful women’s singles player ever
At just 24 years of age, the Korean superstar has added yet another remarkable chapter to an already extraordinary career.
VICTOR DENMARK OPEN 2026 Champions
- Mixed Doubles: Jiang Zhen Bang/Wei Ya Xin (China)
- Women’s Doubles: Pearly Tan/Thinaah Muralitharan (Malaysia)
- Women’s Singles: An Se Young (South Korea)
- Men’s Doubles: Fajar Alfian/Muhammad Shohibul Fikri (Indonesia)
- Men’s Singles: Alex Lanier (France)
Thank You for Making It Special
The world’s greatest badminton players never fail to deliver at SJF Bank Arena. And neither do the fans.
From the opening serve on Tuesday to the final winning shot on Sunday, the spectators created an extraordinary atmosphere, celebrating outstanding badminton and giving the players the reception they deserve.
Their enthusiasm, energy and unwavering support are an essential part of what makes VICTOR DENMARK OPEN such a special occasion on the international badminton calendar.
Our heartfelt gratitude also goes to the many dedicated volunteers, partners and everyone working behind the scenes to bring this remarkable event to life.
As the curtain falls on VICTOR DENMARK OPEN 2026, we look back on six days of exceptional sporting moments, unforgettable performances and a tournament that once again demonstrated everything we love about badminton.
Thank you, Odense. Thank you to the players, the volunteers and every single fan who made this week unforgettable.
We cannot wait to welcome you back.
An extraordinary day of semi-final action at VICTOR DENMARK OPEN 2026 reached a breathtaking conclusion as home favourite Anders Antonsen produced a remarkable comeback against reigning World Tour Finals champion Christo Popov.
In front of an electric crowd at SJF Bank Arena, Antonsen recovered from a crushing 9-21 defeat in the opening game to turn the match completely on its head.
With the Danish fans roaring him on, the two-time VICTOR DENMARK OPEN champion fought his way back to claim a sensational 9-21, 21-16, 21-13 victory, securing his place in Sunday’s final and keeping his dream of a third title on home soil alive.
The home crowd will have one more opportunity to cheer on their Danish star when Antonsen takes to the court for tomorrow’s men’s singles final.
Click here to see all results and order of play from VICTOR DENMARK OPEN 2026
Elsewhere, An Se Young once again commanded the spotlight. The Korean superstar secured her place in a third VICTOR DENMARK OPEN final, putting herself within touching distance of another remarkable milestone. Victory on Sunday would see her become the most decorated women’s singles player in the tournament’s history.
And those are just two of the compelling stories awaiting us on finals day.
Five finals. A host of world-class stars. Five prestigious titles waiting to be claimed.
After a semi-final day filled with extraordinary rallies, dramatic twists and unforgettable moments, the stage is set for a fitting conclusion to VICTOR DENMARK OPEN 2026.
If Saturday was anything to go by, Sunday’s finals promise to be something truly special. We cannot wait.
VICTOR DENMARK OPEN 2026 continues to gather momentum, and Friday’s quarter-finals certainly lived up to expectations. Despite a couple of walkovers, spectators at SJF Bank Arena were treated to another spectacular day of world-class badminton.
The men’s singles competition has produced a particularly intriguing semi-final line-up, featuring three European players and one Canadian.
Click here to see the results and order of play at VICTOR DENMARK OPEN 2026
That Canadian is, of course, Victor Lai, whose remarkable rise towards the very top of international badminton shows no signs of slowing down. Tomorrow, he faces another formidable challenge in the shape of reigning world champion Alex Lanier, with a place in Sunday’s final at stake.
Meanwhile, the Danish home crowd had plenty of reason to celebrate as two-time VICTOR DENMARK OPEN champion Anders Antonsen secured his place in the semi-finals with an impressive victory over Indonesia’s rising star Alwi Farhan.
With the field narrowing and the coveted titles drawing ever closer, the stage is set for another extraordinary day in Odense.
Saturday’s semi-finals get underway on Court 1 at 9:00 AM at SJF Bank Arena.
The stakes are higher than ever, the world’s finest are ready to battle for a place in the finals, and one thing is certain: this is badminton you won’t want to miss.
World-class players deliver world-class badminton. And when the very best descend on Odense, spectators at SJF Bank Arena know they are in for a treat.
Thursday saw the second round of VICTOR DENMARK OPEN 2026 unfold in spectacular fashion, with a packed schedule of thrilling encounters, fiercely contested matches and several intriguing clashes between compatriots.
From established stars battling for a place in the quarter-finals to emerging talents making their mark on the international stage, the day offered no shortage of memorable moments.
Click here to see the latest results and order of play.
The men’s singles competition provided some particularly compelling encounters. France’s Christo Popov came through an intense three-game battle against Teeraratsakul, while his compatriot Alex Lanier also needed three games to overcome Kidambi.
Meanwhile, one of the tournament’s biggest surprises, Japan’s Yudai Okimoto, continued his remarkable run. The Japanese player claimed another notable scalp, defeating fellow countryman Kodai Naraoka to secure his place in the quarter-finals.
There was plenty for the Danish home crowd to celebrate as well. Mathias Christiansen/Alexandra Bøje, Anders Antonsen and Rasmus Gemke all secured victories to book their places in Friday’s quarter-finals.
And what better way to welcome the weekend than with another day of world-class badminton?
The quarter-finals get underway at 11:00 AM on Friday at SJF Bank Arena, with the remaining contenders taking another step towards the coveted VICTOR DENMARK OPEN titles.
The stars certainly did not disappoint. Another thrilling day of world-class badminton is drawing to a close in Odense, and with the first round now complete, the stage is set for Thursday’s second-round encounters at VICTOR DENMARK OPEN 2026.
A packed SJF Bank Arena was treated to a spectacular Wednesday of badminton. Fierce rallies, closely contested matches, memorable moments and Danish victories – what more could you ask for?
For the home crowd, the day’s highlights included impressive victories for Mathias Christiansen/Alexandra Bøje and Anders Antonsen, who both secured their places in the second round.
Mia Blichfeldt also produced a spirited performance in front of the Danish supporters, pushing Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi all the way in a dramatic three-game encounter. Unfortunately for the Dane, the decisive moments went Yamaguchi’s way.
Click here to see all results from VICTOR DENMARK OPEN.
With the opening round now behind us, attention turns to Thursday, when the competition intensifies and the remaining players take another step towards the podium.
There is plenty to look forward to from the very start of the day. Among the early highlights, top-seeded Korean men’s doubles pair Kim Won Ho/Seo Seung Jae will face China’s Chen/Liu in the second match on Court 1.
Click here to see Thursday’s order of play at VICTOR DENMARK OPEN.
We cannot wait to welcome everyone back to SJF Bank Arena for another day of badminton at its very best.
