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All England Open Badminton Championships
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| Official website | |
| Founded | 1899 |
|---|---|
| Editions | 115 (2025) |
| Location | Birmingham (2025) England |
| Venue | Arena Birmingham (2025) |
| Prize money | USD1,450,000 (2025) |
| Men's | |
| Draw | 32S / 32D |
| Current champions | Shi Yuqi (singles) Kim Won-ho Seo Seung-jae (doubles) |
| Most singles titles | 8, Rudy Hartono |
| Most doubles titles | 9, George Alan Thomas |
| Women's | |
| Draw | 32S / 32D |
| Current champions | An Se-young (singles) Chiharu Shida Nami Matsuyama (doubles) |
| Most singles titles | 10, Judy Devlin |
| Most doubles titles | 10, Meriel Lucas |
| Mixed doubles | |
| Draw | 32 |
| Current champions | Guo Xinwa Chen Fanghui |
| Most titles (male) | 8 George Alan Thomas Finn Kobberø |
| Most titles (female) | 8, Betty Uber |
| Super 1000 | |
| Last completed | |
| 2025 All England Open | |
The All England Open Badminton Championships is the world's oldest badminton tournament, held annually in England. With the introduction of the BWF's latest grading system, it was given Super Series status in 2007, upgraded to Super Series Premier status in 2011, and designated a Super 1000 event at the birth of the World Tour in 2018.[1] The Super 1000 events, held in four historic strongholds of the sport of badminton (Great Britain, China, Malaysia and Indonesia) are the highest level events below the World Championships and Olympic Games tournaments, and broadly equivalent in stature, though apart from the All-England not in historicity, to the Grand Slam tournaments in tennis.[2]
The world's first open tournament was held in the English town of Guildford in 1898, the success of which paved the way for the All England's inaugural edition, which was held at London's Horticultural Halls in 1899. Although the inaugural edition consisted of just the doubles format, the singles were introduced from the second edition onward.[3] It was eventually considered – especially after the first Thomas Cup series in 1949 – the unofficial world championship of the sport until 1977, when the International Badminton Federation launched its official championships.[4]
There were two instances when it was halted – from 1915 to 1919, due to World War I, and from 1940 to 1946, due to World War II.[5]
Venues
[edit]The tournament has been held at eight venues, and is now played at Arena Birmingham, Birmingham.[6]
| Years active | Venue | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1899–1901 | HQ of the London Scottish Rifles | Buckingham Gate |
| 1902 | Crystal Palace Central Transept | Sydenham Hill |
| 1903–1909 | London Rifles Brigade's City Headquarters | Bunhill Row, Islington |
| 1910–1939 | Lindley Hall, Vincent Square | Westminster, London |
| 1947–1949 | Harringay Arena, North London Stadium | North London |
| 1950–1956 | Empress Hall | Earls Court |
| 1957–1993 | Wembley Arena | Wembley, London |
| 1994–present | Arena Birmingham | Birmingham |
Past winners
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Multiple winners
[edit]Below is the list of the most successful players in the All England Open Badminton Championships:
In the modern era players are less able to compete in multiple disciplines due to the differentiation of required skills and the physical demands of the game. Some men's and women's doubles players are able to compete successfully in mixed doubles. The last player to win in both singles and a doubles discipline was Li Lingwei of China who won women's doubles in 1985 then in women's singles in 1989.
Performances by nation
[edit]- As of the 2025 edition
| Nation | MS | WS | MD | WD | XD | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  England
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27 | 39 | 28.5 | 46.5 | 53 | 194 |
| 2 |  China
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22 | 22 | 6 | 24 | 16 | 90 |
| 3 |  Denmark
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22 | 14 | 21 | 11 | 21 | 89 |
| 4 |  Indonesia
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16 | 4 | 24 | 2 | 6 | 52 |
| 5 |  South Korea
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5 | 11 | 14 | 10 | 40 | |
| 6 |  Malaysia
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15 | 11.5 | 0.5 | 27 | ||
| 7 |  Japan
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1 | 9 | 2 | 11 | 3 | 26 |
| 8 |  Ireland
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7 | 7.5 | 2 | 3.5 | 20 | |
| 9 |  United States
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1 | 12 | 0.5 | 4 | 1 | 18.5 |
| 10 |  Sweden
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1 | 3 | 2 | 0.5 | 6.5 | |
| 11 |  Chinese Taipei
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3 | 3 | ||||
| 12 |  India
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2 | 2 | ||||
 Spain
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2 | 2 | |||||
| 14 |  Canada
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1 | 1 | ||||
 Russia
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1 | 1 | |||||
| 16 |  Netherlands
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0.5 | 0.5 | ||||
 Scotland
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0.5 | 0.5 | |||||
| Total | 114 | 114 | 115 | 115 | 115 | 573 |
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "BWF Launches New Events Structure". 19 November 2017.
- ^ Gilmour, Rod (22 May 2010). "All England Badminton Championships handed "premier" status on world tour". The Daily Telegraph. Archived from the original on 24 April 2016. Retrieved 26 April 2016.
- ^ International Badminton ... the first 75 years. Badminton World Federation. p. 80. Archived from the original on 24 April 2016. Retrieved 26 April 2016.
- ^ Matthews/Morrison, Peter/Ian. The Guinness Encyclopaedia of Sports Records and Results. Guinness Superlatives Ltd. pp. 74-78. ISBN 0-85112-492-5.
- ^ "History". Badminton England. Archived from the original on 29 April 2016. Retrieved 26 April 2016.
- ^ "The History of All England Championships". dillesport.dk. Archived from the original on 26 June 2007. Retrieved 2007-06-15.
Notes
[edit]- ^ Judy Devlin later known as Judy Hashman
- ^ Tonny Ahm formerly known as Tonny Olsen
- ^ Ethel Thomson later known as Larcombe
- ^ Margaret Tragett formerly known as Larminie
- ^ Gillian Gilks formerly known as Gillian Perrin and the latest was changed to Gillian Goodwin
- ^ Kirsten Thorndahl also known as Kirsten Granlund
- ^ Ulla Strand formerly known as Ulla Rasmussen
- ^ Kitty McKane later known as Godfree
- ^ Nora Perry formerly known as Nora Gardner
- ^ June Timperley formerly known as June White
- ^ Sue Devlin won her first three titles representing England then the next three representing Ireland
- ^ Susan Whetnall formerly known as Susan Pound
- ^ Etsuko Toganoo formerly known as Etsuko Takenaka
- ^ Iris Rogers formerly known as Iris Cooley
- ^ Margaret Stocks formerly known as Margaret McKane
- ^ Arisa Igarashi formerly known as Arisa Higashino
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All England Open Badminton Championships
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The All England Open Badminton Championships, commonly known as the All England, is the world's oldest and most prestigious badminton tournament, held annually in England and open to international competitors across five events: men's and women's singles, men's and women's doubles, and mixed doubles.[1]
The tournament was founded in 1899 by the Badminton Association of England, with its inaugural edition taking place on 4 April at the London Scottish Drill Hall in Westminster, initially featuring only men's, women's, and mixed doubles events.[2][3] Singles competitions were introduced the following year in 1900, expanding the format to its modern structure.[2] The event was disrupted by the World Wars, not held from 1915 to 1919 or 1940 to 1946, but has otherwise run continuously for over 125 years, evolving from a national showcase to a global spectacle.[4]
Historically regarded as the unofficial world championships of badminton until the International Badminton Federation (now Badminton World Federation, or BWF) established its own official title in 1977, the All England has crowned legendary players such as Sir George Thomas, who won 21 titles, and modern icons like Lin Dan with six men's singles victories.[5][6] Its prestige stems from attracting top talent worldwide and serving as a benchmark for excellence, with the tournament's legacy including innovations in professional badminton and its role in popularizing the sport globally.[7][3]
Today, sponsored by Yonex as the YONEX All England Open, it is a BWF Super 1000 event on the BWF World Tour, offering a prize purse of USD 1,450,000 (2025) and held at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham, drawing over 155 matches and thousands of spectators each March.[1][8] The championships continue to embody badminton's highest standards, influencing Olympic selections and career-defining moments for athletes from more than 30 nations.[5][7]
The full historical list from 1900 to 1999 is available in the referenced sources, featuring British winners like Sir George Thomas (4 titles) and Danish dominance in the 1940s.[5][25]
The full list for 1900–1999 includes notable British winners like Betty Uber (7 titles in 1920s–1930s) and American Judy Hashman (10 titles in 1950s–1960s).[5]
Full early list features British pairs like Frank Chesterton and George Alan Thomas (multiple titles in 1910s–1920s). Some pre-1920 runner-ups are not fully documented.[5]
Early records show Meriel Lucas winning 7 titles with various partners. Some pre-1930 runner-ups are sparse.[5]
Sir George Thomas holds the record with 8 mixed doubles titles in the early 1900s. Early runner-up data is often incomplete. The 2025 winners reflect China's strong performance in the category.[5][28]
History
Origins and Founding
The Badminton Association of England (BAE), founded in 1893 to standardize the rules and promote the sport nationally, organized the inaugural All England Open Badminton Championships on April 4, 1899, at the London Scottish Drill Hall in Westminster, London.[9][10] This event established the tournament as the world's first ongoing open badminton championship, initially limited to doubles formats—men's, women's, and mixed—with entrants drawn exclusively from clubs in England and Ireland.[11][12] The championships reflected badminton's roots in Victorian England's upper-class leisure activities, evolving from the 16th-century game of battledore and shuttlecock into a formalized indoor sport popularized among the elite in the mid-19th century.[9] Strict amateurism governed participation, aligning with the era's ethos that distanced the game from professional or working-class influences, and victors received trophies rather than monetary rewards.[13][10] Singles events debuted the following year in 1900, with England's Sydney H. Smith claiming the men's title and Ethel Thomson the women's, both underscoring the tournament's early British dominance.[14][15] Held annually thereafter except during the interruptions of World War I (1915–1919) and World War II (1940–1946), the event laid the foundation for badminton's growth as a structured competitive discipline.[3][10]Early Development and Challenges
During the 1920s, the All England Open Badminton Championships experienced significant growth, transitioning from a predominantly domestic affair to one attracting more international participants from Europe. This expansion was marked by the success of players like Frank Devlin from Ireland, who became the first non-British winner of the men's singles title in 1925 and won five consecutive titles from 1925 to 1929, along with another in 1931, signaling the tournament's increasing appeal beyond the United Kingdom. https://www.badmintonengland.co.uk/allengland/about/history The event's format had already stabilized with five categories—men's and women's singles, men's and women's doubles, and mixed doubles—introduced progressively from 1899 onward, fostering a more comprehensive competitive structure that encouraged broader participation. https://badmintonmuseum.org/the-history-of-the-all-england-badminton-championships/ The interwar period also brought notable challenges, particularly financial pressures exacerbated by the Great Depression in the 1930s, which led to scaled-back prize offerings and strained organizational resources for many sporting events, including the Championships. https://www.worldbadminton.com/newsite/History/bae.htm Venue issues compounded these difficulties; while the tournament had been held at the Royal Horticultural Hall in Westminster from 1910 to 1939, plans for a larger site at Harringay Arena in 1940 were disrupted by the outbreak of World War II, resulting in a suspension from 1940 to 1946. https://badmintonmuseum.org/all-england-badminton-championships-venues/ Despite these obstacles, attendance steadily increased, reflecting growing public interest in badminton as a spectator sport, with crowds evolving from modest numbers in the early 1900s to thousands by the late 1930s. Key figures like Herbert Scheele played a pivotal role in addressing these challenges through efforts to standardize international rules, serving as Honorary Secretary of the International Badminton Federation from 1938 onward and promoting uniformity in competition formats. https://bwfthomasubercups.bwfbadminton.com/news-single/2020/09/03/herbert-scheeles-thomas-cup-story The 1938 edition stood out as a high point, with Ralph Nichols securing the men's singles title—the last for an Englishman until much later—and highlighting the sport's competitive depth amid hopes for greater global recognition, though Olympic inclusion as a demonstration sport would not occur until 1972. https://www.badmintonengland.co.uk/allengland/about/historyPost-War Expansion and Modern Era
Following World War II, the All England Open Badminton Championships resumed in 1947 after a seven-year hiatus, marking a significant shift as international participation, particularly from Asian nations, began to challenge the previous European dominance. The tournament returned at the Harringay Arena in London, where snow even infiltrated the venue during play, but it attracted players from Malaya and India, including Prakash Nath, who reached the men's singles final as the first Indian to do so. This influx reflected badminton's growing popularity in Asia, with Malayan players Ooi Teik Hock and Ong Poh Lim becoming the first Asian champions in 1949 by winning the men's doubles title. The event's affiliation with the newly formed International Badminton Federation (IBF, now BWF) in 1934, as a founding member through the Badminton Association of England, was further solidified post-war, elevating its status to a premier invitational tournament by the 1950s that drew global talent. Key milestones underscored the tournament's evolution into a professional spectacle. Wong Peng Soon of Malaya claimed the men's singles title in 1950, becoming the first Asian winner in that category and repeating the feat in 1951, 1952, and 1955, symbolizing Asia's rising prowess. The 1980s introduced a professional era through major sponsorships, such as John Player in 1980 and Yonex from 1984 onward, which provided financial stability and attracted top professionals, transforming the event from an amateur competition into a commercially viable enterprise. Integration into the BWF's structured calendar came in 2007 as a Super Series event, upgraded to Super Series Premier in 2011 and Super 1000 in 2018, ensuring its position as one of badminton's crown jewels with high-stakes ranking points. Modern developments emphasized inclusivity and resilience. Gender equality initiatives gained momentum in the late 20th century, with the BWF mandating equal prize money for men's and women's winners in Super Series events starting in 2008, aligning the All England with broader efforts for parity that had roots in the sport's push during the 1970s for women's participation. Since badminton's Olympic debut in 1992, the All England has played a crucial role in qualification, awarding substantial BWF ranking points that influence national team selections for the Games. The 2020s brought challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to the suspension of global tournaments after the 2020 edition—held March 11-15 at Arena Birmingham—and forced adaptations like spectator-free events in 2021, highlighting the tournament's adaptability amid disruptions. The 2025 edition, held from March 11 to 16 at Utilita Arena Birmingham, exemplified this modern stature with a total prize pool of USD 1,450,000, equally distributed across categories, and continued to serve as a vital Olympic pathway event ahead of the 2028 Games.Tournament Format
Events and Categories
The All England Open Badminton Championships features five core events: men's singles (MS), women's singles (WS), men's doubles (MD), women's doubles (WD), and mixed doubles (XD). These disciplines have formed the tournament's structure since its inception in 1899, when doubles events were first contested, followed by the addition of singles in 1900, establishing the complete set without subsequent changes to the categories.[3][10] Each event operates as a single-elimination tournament with a main draw of 32 players for singles and 32 pairs for doubles, resulting in 31 matches per event and a total of 155 matches across the five disciplines over six days.[8][16] As a BWF World Tour Super 1000 event, there are no qualifying rounds; entries are determined by world rankings, limited to professional players registered with the Badminton World Federation (BWF) who meet its eligibility standards, including no upper age restrictions for open competitions.[17] The tournament awards 12,000 BWF ranking points to the winner of each event, underscoring its status as one of the sport's premier competitions.[18] Women's singles and doubles were introduced early to encourage female participation in badminton, a sport then dominated by men's events, and today reflect gender equity with equal prize money distribution—such as USD 101,500 for singles winners in 2025.[10][19] For doubles events, pairs face no nationality restrictions, allowing international partnerships, though all participants must adhere to BWF partnership rules.Qualification, Structure, and Rules
The All England Open Badminton Championships, designated as a BWF Super 1000 event, features a main draw of 32 players or pairs in each of the five disciplines: men's singles, women's singles, men's doubles, women's doubles, and mixed doubles. Qualification for the main draw is determined by direct entries based on the BWF World Rankings as of the entry deadline, with the highest-ranked players automatically filling the spots, subject to allocations for continental confederations (minimum one per confederation if possible), up to two host nation entries for Great Britain, and up to two wildcards at the tournament organizer's discretion. There are no qualifying rounds for Super 1000 tournaments, and the total entries per event are capped at 32 to streamline the schedule and ensure timely completion. Seeding within the main draw is assigned according to BWF World Rankings, with top seeds placed to avoid early matchups. Withdrawals after the acceptance deadline incur penalties, including deductions from the player's World Ranking points, to discourage late pullouts and maintain tournament integrity. The tournament employs a single-elimination knockout format, contested over six days from March 11 to 16 in 2025, with early rounds (round of 32 and round of 16) spread across the first three days, quarterfinals on day 4, semifinals on day 5, and finals on day 6. Matches consist of the best of three games, each played to 21 points with a requirement for a two-point margin to win; if the score reaches 20-20, play continues until one side leads by two points or reaches 30 points outright.[8] Governing rules adhere to BWF standards, utilizing the rally point scoring system implemented in 2006, under which a point is awarded on every rally irrespective of which player serves. In doubles events, no-ad scoring applies, eliminating deuce and advantage plays to expedite games at 20-20 by awarding the win to the first side to lead by two points or reach 30. Video replay challenges for line calls or other decisions are restricted to two unsuccessful challenges per match per side, promoting fair play while minimizing disruptions. The BWF enforces strict anti-doping protocols and code of conduct throughout the event, including random in-competition and out-of-competition testing via the World Anti-Doping Agency framework, with violations leading to suspensions and ranking impacts. Results from the All England Open award significant BWF World Ranking points (up to 12,000 for event winners), directly contributing to players' eligibility for Olympic qualification pathways, where rankings determine quota spots for national Olympic committees.[18]Venues
Historical Venues
The All England Open Badminton Championships began in 1899 at the London Scottish Regiment Drill Hall in Buckingham Gate, Westminster, London, a modest indoor facility that accommodated the initial doubles-only format with limited spectator capacity.[20][10] As entries grew, the tournament relocated in 1902 to the larger Crystal Palace Central Transept in Sydenham Hill for better space, before shifting again to the Hornton Street Hall of the London Rifle Brigade in 1903.[3] By 1910, it settled at the Royal Horticultural Hall in Westminster, London, where it remained for nearly three decades until 1939, offering a central location with suitable indoor conditions for shuttlecock play on wooden floors, though natural lighting and ventilation posed occasional challenges for consistent play.[20][3] The First World War interrupted the event from 1915 to 1919, leading to a suspension, after which it resumed in 1920 at the Royal Horticultural Hall.[4] The Second World War caused another halt from 1940 to 1946, with the tournament reviving in 1947 at Harringay Arena in North London to accommodate growing international interest and larger crowds.[21] From 1950 to 1956, it was held at the Empress Hall at Earls Court, London, providing expanded facilities amid post-war recovery, though bookings and maintenance costs prompted frequent logistical adjustments that affected event planning and prestige.[21][20] In 1957, structural repairs at the Empress Hall necessitated a permanent shift to Wembley Arena (initially known as the Empire Pool) in London, where the championships stayed until 1993, marking the longest tenure at any single venue and enabling attendance peaks exceeding 10,000 spectators in the 1960s due to its capacity of up to 12,500.[3][21] This era highlighted evolutions in logistics, with the arena's modern setup addressing earlier issues like inadequate lighting, but London's urban air quality began influencing player performance by the late 20th century, contributing to discussions on relocation.[20]| Period | Venue | Location | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1899–1901 | London Scottish Regiment Drill Hall | Buckingham Gate, Westminster, London | Initial site; small capacity for doubles events.[20] |
| 1902 | Crystal Palace Central Transept | Sydenham Hill, London | Temporary expansion for growing entries.[3] |
| 1903–1909 | London Rifle Brigade Hall | Hornton Street, Kensington, London | Intermediate indoor facility.[3] |
| 1910–1939 | Royal Horticultural Hall | Westminster, London | Long-term home; wooden floors, central access; suspended 1915–1919.[20][4] |
| 1947–1949 | Harringay Arena | North London | Post-WWII resumption; larger crowds.[21] |
| 1950–1956 | Empress Hall | Earls Court, London | Cost and booking challenges.[21] |
| 1957–1993 | Wembley Arena (Empire Pool) | Wembley, London | Largest capacity; high attendance in 1960s; air quality concerns later.[3][21] |
Current and Recent Venues
The All England Open Badminton Championships moved to Birmingham in 1994, marking a significant shift from its long history in London to a dedicated modern facility better suited for international events, following the successful hosting of the 1993 BWF World Championships at the same site.[10] This relocation to the city's National Indoor Arena (NIA) was chosen for its central UK location, facilitating easier access for international participants and spectators while boosting local economic benefits through tourism and event-related spending.[20] The NIA, opened in 1991 with a capacity of approximately 11,000 for badminton configurations, served as the tournament's home through multiple name changes reflecting sponsorship deals. It was rebranded as the Barclaycard Arena in 2014, then Arena Birmingham in 2017, and finally Utilita Arena Birmingham in April 2020 under a partnership with energy provider Utilita Energy, integrating sponsorship into the venue's identity since 2022. The arena features badminton-optimized sprung flooring to reduce impact on players, advanced LED lighting for clear visibility, and humidity control systems to ensure consistent shuttlecock flight paths, critical for fair play in the sport.[22] Upgrades over the years include expanded broadcasting facilities for global television coverage, reaching audiences in over 100 countries, and dedicated fan zones with interactive exhibits to enhance spectator engagement.[8] The 2025 edition, held from March 11 to 16 at Utilita Arena Birmingham, underscoring the venue's role in elevating the tournament's prestige and commercial appeal.[23] The event was canceled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, disrupting planning but leading to enhanced health protocols and digital streaming options in subsequent years. The championships are confirmed to return to Utilita Arena Birmingham for 2026, scheduled for March 3 to 8, continuing the commitment to this professional setup.[24]Champions and Records
List of Past Winners
The All England Open Badminton Championships, the world's oldest and most prestigious badminton tournament, have been contested 115 times as of 2025, with cancellations during World War I (1915–1919) and World War II (1940–1946). The inaugural edition in 1899 featured only doubles and mixed doubles events, while singles competitions began in 1900. British players dominated the early decades (1899–1949), securing the majority of titles across categories, exemplified by Sir George Thomas's four men's singles victories between 1903 and 1911. The post-1950 era saw the rise of Asian nations, highlighted by Indonesia's Rudy Hartono winning eight consecutive men's singles titles from 1968 to 1976. In the modern period (2000–2025), diverse nationalities have prevailed, with China's Shi Yuqi claiming the 2025 men's singles title, South Korea's An Se-young the women's singles title, Korea's Seo Seung-jae/Kim Won-ho the men's doubles, Japan's Chiharu Shida/Nami Matsuyama the women's doubles, and China's Guo Xin Wa/Chen Fang Hui the mixed doubles. Records for early doubles events are sometimes incomplete due to limited reporting in the amateur era.[5][25][18][26][27]Men's Singles
The men's singles event has been held since 1900, with 114 editions completed by 2025. Below is a tabular summary of winners, including nationality and runner-up where recorded.| Year | Winner | Nationality | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1900 | Sydney H. Smith | GBR | Frank Good |
| 1901 | H. W. Davies | GBR | Sydney H. Smith |
| 1902 | Ralph Watling | GBR | Sydney H. Smith |
| 1903 | Ralph Watling | GBR | Sir George Thomas |
| 1904 | Sir George Thomas | GBR | Ralph Watling |
| ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 1949 | David G. Freeman | USA | Selangor E. J. Vass |
| 1950 | Ooi Teik Hock | MAL | Poul Holm Jacobsen |
| ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 1968 | Rudy Hartono | INA | Antonio R. Chen Yu |
| 1969 | Rudy Hartono | INA | Darbeni S. Sangma |
| 1970 | Rudy Hartono | INA | Stellan Mohlin |
| 1971 | Rudy Hartono | INA | Jamie Paulson |
| 1972 | Rudy Hartono | INA | Paul Whetnall |
| 1973 | Rudy Hartono | INA | Thomas Kihlström |
| 1974 | Rudy Hartono | INA | Dennis Christensen |
| 1975 | Rudy Hartono | INA | Thomas Kihlström |
| 1976 | Rudy Hartono | INA | Flemming Delfs |
| ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 2000 | Xia Xuanze | CHN | Taufik Hidayat |
| 2001 | Pullela Gopichand | IND | Chen Hong |
| 2002 | Chen Hong | CHN | Kang Seung-il |
| 2003 | Muhammad Hafiz Hashim | MAS | Wong Choong Hann |
| 2004 | Lin Dan | CHN | Tae Kwon Park |
| 2005 | Chen Hong | CHN | Boonsak Ponsana |
| 2006 | Lin Dan | CHN | Boonsak Ponsana |
| 2007 | Lin Dan | CHN | Lee Chong Wei |
| 2008 | Chen Jin | CHN | Lin Dan |
| 2009 | Lin Dan | CHN | Lee Chong Wei |
| 2010 | Lee Chong Wei | MAS | Kenichi Tago |
| 2011 | Lee Chong Wei | MAS | Lin Dan |
| 2012 | Lin Dan | CHN | Lee Chong Wei |
| 2013 | Chen Long | CHN | Lee Chong Wei |
| 2014 | Lee Chong Wei | MAS | Viktor Axelsen |
| 2015 | Chen Long | CHN | Viktor Axelsen |
| 2016 | Lin Dan | CHN | Tian Houwei |
| 2017 | Lee Chong Wei | MAS | Shi Yuqi |
| 2018 | Shi Yuqi | CHN | Kento Momota |
| 2019 | Kento Momota | JPN | Anders Antonsen |
| 2020 | Viktor Axelsen | DEN | Lee Zii Jia |
| 2021 | Lee Zii Jia | MAS | Viktor Axelsen |
| 2022 | Viktor Axelsen | DEN | Lee Zii Jia |
| 2023 | Li Shifeng | CHN | Anthony Sinisuka Ginting |
| 2024 | Jonatan Christie | INA | Anthony Sinisuka Ginting |
| 2025 | Shi Yuqi | CHN | Jonatan Christie |
Women's Singles
The women's singles event, introduced in 1900, has seen 114 editions by 2025. British players like Ethel Larcombe won the first two titles.| Year | Winner | Nationality | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1900 | Ethel Thomson (later Larcombe) | GBR | - |
| 1901 | Ethel Thomson (later Larcombe) | GBR | Dora Martin |
| 1902 | Muriel Lucas | GBR | Ethel Thomson |
| ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 1950 | Aase Svendsen | DEN | Etela Wray |
| ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 2000 | Gong Zhichao | CHN | Zhou Mi |
| 2001 | Gong Zhichao | CHN | Zhou Mi |
| 2002 | Camilla Martin | DEN | Gong Ruina |
| 2003 | Zhou Mi | CHN | Gong Ruina |
| 2004 | Gong Ruina | CHN | Zhang Ning |
| 2005 | Xie Xingfang | CHN | Zhang Ning |
| 2006 | Xie Xingfang | CHN | Wang Chen |
| 2007 | Xie Xingfang | CHN | Lu Lan |
| 2008 | Tine Baun | DEN | Xie Xingfang |
| 2009 | Wang Yihan | CHN | Lu Lan |
| 2010 | Tine Baun | DEN | Wang Xin |
| 2011 | Wang Shixian | CHN | Tine Baun |
| 2012 | Li Xuerui | CHN | Wang Yihan |
| 2013 | Tine Baun | DEN | Wang Shixian |
| 2014 | Wang Shixian | CHN | Sun Yu |
| 2015 | Carolina Marín | ESP | Tai Tzu-ying |
| 2016 | Nozomi Okuhara | JPN | Ratchanok Intanon |
| 2017 | Tai Tzu-ying | TPE | Nozomi Okuhara |
| 2018 | Tai Tzu-ying | TPE | Ratchanok Intanon |
| 2019 | Chen Yufei | CHN | Nozomi Okuhara |
| 2020 | Tai Tzu-ying | TPE | An Se-young |
| 2021 | Nozomi Okuhara | JPN | Tai Tzu-ying |
| 2022 | Akane Yamaguchi | JPN | Tai Tzu-ying |
| 2023 | An Se-young | KOR | Wang Zhiyi |
| 2024 | Carolina Marín | ESP | Akane Yamaguchi |
| 2025 | An Se-young | KOR | Wang Zhiyi |
Men's Doubles
Men's doubles began in 1899, with 115 editions by 2025. Early winners were exclusively British, such as D.W. Oakes and Stewart Marsden Massey in 1899.| Year | Winner(s) | Nationality | Runner-up(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1899 | D.W. Oakes / Stewart Marsden Massey | GBR | Hay / Saunders |
| 1900 | H.L. Mellersh / F.S. Collier | GBR | - |
| 1901 | H.L. Mellersh / F.S. Collier | GBR | - |
| ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 1949 | Cheong Hock Leng / A. S. Samuel | MAL | - |
| ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 2000 | Ha Tae-kwon / Kim Dong-moon | KOR | - |
| 2001 | Tony Gunawan / Halim Haryanto | INA | - |
| 2002 | Ha Tae-kwon / Kim Dong-moon | KOR | - |
| 2003 | Candra Wijaya / Sigit Budiarto | INA | - |
| 2004 | Jens Eriksen / Martin Lundgaard Hansen | DEN | - |
| 2005 | Cai Yun / Fu Haifeng | CHN | - |
| 2006 | Jens Eriksen / Martin Lundgaard Hansen | DEN | - |
| 2007 | Koo Kien Keat / Tan Boon Heong | MAS | - |
| 2008 | Jung Jae-sung / Lee Yong-dae | KOR | - |
| 2009 | Cai Yun / Fu Haifeng | CHN | - |
| 2010 | Lars Paaske / Jonas Rasmussen | DEN | - |
| 2011 | Mathias Boe / Carsten Mogensen | DEN | - |
| 2012 | Jung Jae-sung / Lee Yong-dae | KOR | - |
| 2013 | Liu Xiaolong / Qiu Zihan | CHN | - |
| 2014 | Mohammad Ahsan / Hendra Setiawan | INA | Hiroyuki Endo / Kenichi Hayakawa |
| 2015 | Mathias Boe / Carsten Mogensen | DEN | - |
| 2016 | Vladimir Ivanov / Ivan Sozonov | RUS | - |
| 2017 | Marcus Fernaldi Gideon / Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo | INA | - |
| 2018 | Marcus Fernaldi Gideon / Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo | INA | - |
| 2019 | Mohammad Ahsan / Hendra Setiawan | INA | - |
| 2020 | Hiroyuki Endo / Yuta Watanabe | JPN | - |
| 2021 | Hiroyuki Endo / Yuta Watanabe | JPN | - |
| 2022 | Muhammad Shohibul Fikri / Bagas Maulana | INA | - |
| 2023 | Fajar Alfian / Muhammad Rian Ardianto | INA | - |
| 2024 | Fajar Alfian / Muhammad Rian Ardianto | INA | - |
| 2025 | Seo Seung-jae / Kim Won-ho | KOR | Leo Rolly Carnando / Daniel Marthin |
Women's Doubles
Women's doubles started in 1899, with 115 editions by 2025. The first winners were Meriel Lucas and Mary Graeme (GBR).| Year | Winner(s) | Nationality | Runner-up(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1899 | Meriel Lucas / Mary Graeme | GBR | Ethel Thomson / I. Theobald |
| 1900 | Meriel Lucas / Mary Graeme | GBR | - |
| 1901 | Daisey St. John / E. K. Hay | GBR | - |
| 1902 | Ethel Larcombe / Dora Martin | GBR | - |
| ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 2000 | Ge Fei / Gu Jun | CHN | - |
| 2001 | Gao Ling / Huang Sui | CHN | - |
| 2002 | Gao Ling / Huang Sui | CHN | - |
| 2003 | Gao Ling / Huang Sui | CHN | - |
| 2004 | Gao Ling / Huang Sui | CHN | - |
| 2005 | Gao Ling / Huang Sui | CHN | - |
| 2006 | Gao Ling / Huang Sui | CHN | - |
| 2007 | Wei Yili / Zhang Yawen | CHN | - |
| 2008 | Lee Hyo-jung / Lee Kyung-won | KOR | - |
| 2009 | Zhang Yawen / Zhao Tingting | CHN | - |
| 2010 | Du Jing / Yu Yang | CHN | - |
| 2011 | Wang Xiaoli / Yu Yang | CHN | - |
| 2012 | Tian Qing / Zhao Yunlei | CHN | - |
| 2013 | Wang Xiaoli / Yu Yang | CHN | - |
| 2014 | Wang Xiaoli / Yu Yang | CHN | - |
| 2015 | Bao Yixin / Tang Yuanting | CHN | - |
| 2016 | Misaki Matsutomo / Ayaka Takahashi | JPN | - |
| 2017 | Chang Ye-na / Lee So-hee | KOR | - |
| 2018 | Kamilla Rytter Juhl / Christinna Pedersen | DEN | - |
| 2019 | Chen Qingchen / Jia Yifan | CHN | - |
| 2020 | Yuki Fukushima / Sayaka Hirota | JPN | - |
| 2021 | Mayu Matsumoto / Wakana Nagahara | JPN | - |
| 2022 | Nami Matsuyama / Chiharu Shida | JPN | - |
| 2023 | Kim So-yeong / Kong Hee-yong | KOR | - |
| 2024 | Baek Ha-na / Lee So-hee | KOR | - |
| 2025 | Chiharu Shida / Nami Matsuyama | JPN | Yuki Fukushima / Mayu Matsumoto |
Mixed Doubles
Mixed doubles commenced in 1899, with 115 editions by 2025. The inaugural winners were D.W. Oakes and Daisy St. John (GBR).| Year | Winner(s) | Nationality | Runner-up(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1899 | D.W. Oakes / Daisy St. John | GBR | - |
| 1900 | D.W. Oakes / Daisy St. John | GBR | - |
| 1901 | F.S. Collier / Ellen M. Strawell Brown | GBR | - |
| 1902 | Sir George Thomas / Meriel Lucas | GBR | - |
| ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 2000 | Kim Dong-moon / Ra Kyung-min | KOR | - |
| 2001 | Zhang Jun / Gao Ling | CHN | - |
| 2002 | Kim Dong-moon / Ra Kyung-min | KOR | - |
| 2003 | Zhang Jun / Gao Ling | CHN | - |
| 2004 | Kim Dong-moon / Ra Kyung-min | KOR | - |
| 2005 | Nathan Robertson / Gail Emms | GBR | - |
| 2006 | Zhang Jun / Gao Ling | CHN | - |
| 2007 | Zheng Bo / Gao Ling | CHN | - |
| 2008 | Zheng Bo / Gao Ling | CHN | - |
| 2009 | He Hanbin / Yu Yang | CHN | - |
| 2010 | Zhang Nan / Zhao Yunlei | CHN | - |
| 2011 | Xu Chen / Ma Jin | CHN | - |
| 2012 | Tontowi Ahmad / Liliyana Natsir | INA | - |
| 2013 | Tontowi Ahmad / Liliyana Natsir | INA | - |
| 2014 | Tontowi Ahmad / Liliyana Natsir | INA | - |
| 2015 | Zhang Nan / Zhao Yunlei | CHN | - |
| 2016 | Praveen Jordan / Debby Susanto | INA | - |
| 2017 | Lu Kai / Huang Yaqiong | CHN | - |
| 2018 | Yuta Watanabe / Arisa Higashino | JPN | - |
| 2019 | Zheng Siwei / Huang Yaqiong | CHN | - |
| 2020 | Praveen Jordan / Melati Daeva Oktavianti | INA | - |
| 2021 | Yuta Watanabe / Arisa Higashino | JPN | - |
| 2022 | Yuta Watanabe / Arisa Higashino | JPN | - |
| 2023 | Zheng Siwei / Huang Yaqiong | CHN | - |
| 2024 | Zheng Siwei / Huang Yaqiong | CHN | - |
| 2025 | Guo Xin Wa / Chen Fang Hui | CHN | Feng Yanzhe / Wei Yaxin |
Multiple Title Holders
The All England Open Badminton Championships have seen several players and pairs achieve remarkable dominance through multiple titles, particularly in the singles and doubles disciplines. In men's singles, Indonesian Rudy Hartono holds the record with eight titles, won between 1968 and 1976, including an unprecedented seven consecutive victories from 1968 to 1974.[10] Chinese star Lin Dan follows with six titles across 2004, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012, and 2016, showcasing his era-defining prowess in the event.[29] In women's singles, American-born Judy Devlin Hashman amassed a record ten titles from 1954 to 1967, contributing to her overall haul of 17 championships that also included seven doubles wins; she represented the United States initially before naturalizing and competing for England after her 1960 marriage.[30][31] More recently, Spain's Carolina Marín has secured three titles in 2015, 2018? Wait, 2015 and 2024, highlighting her resilience following major injuries.[32] Doubles events have produced enduring partnerships with multiple triumphs. In men's doubles, Danish duo Finn Kobbero and Jørgen Hammergaard Hansen captured six titles together between 1953 and 1960, part of Kobbero's extraordinary 15 All England doubles crowns across various partnerships from 1955 to 1966.[33] Women's doubles records feature China's Gao Ling and Huang Sui, who won six straight titles from 2001 to 2006, underscoring the rise of Asian dominance in the category during that period.[3] In mixed doubles, Gao Ling again excelled with five titles overall, including three alongside Zhang Jun in 2001, 2003, and 2006.[10] Japanese pair Mayu Matsumoto and Wakana Nagahara claimed three women's doubles titles in 2018, 2019, and 2021.[5] Notable achievements extend to longevity and unique circumstances. Denmark's Tine Baun became the oldest women's singles champion in the open era at age 33 when she won in 2013.[34] In men's doubles, Jens Eriksen of Denmark holds the mark for oldest winner at 36 years and 23 days during his 2006 victory.[35] These records reflect the tournament's evolution, from amateur-era feats by figures like Hashman to contemporary successes amid professionalization and international shifts in player nationalities.| Category | Player/Pair | Titles | Years/Span | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Men's Singles | Rudy Hartono (INA) | 8 | 1968–1976 (7 consecutive) | Badminton England |
| Men's Singles | Lin Dan (CHN) | 6 | 2004–2016 | AS |
| Women's Singles | Judy Devlin Hashman (USA/ENG) | 10 | 1954–1967 | Badminton Museum |
| Women's Singles | Carolina Marín (ESP) | 2 | 2015, 2024 | Inside the Games |
| Men's Doubles | Finn Kobbero / Jørgen Hammergaard Hansen (DEN) | 6 | 1953–1960 | BWF |
| Women's Doubles | Gao Ling / Huang Sui (CHN) | 6 | 2001–2006 (consecutive) | Badminton Museum |
| Mixed Doubles | Gao Ling / Zhang Jun (CHN) | 3 | 2001, 2003, 2006 | Badminton England |
| Women's Doubles | Mayu Matsumoto / Wakana Nagahara (JPN) | 3 | 2018, 2019, 2021 | Olympics.com |
Performances by Nation
The All England Open Badminton Championships have witnessed a profound shift in national performances, transitioning from early European dominance to overwhelming Asian supremacy. As of 2025, England leads with 194 titles across all events, primarily from pre-1950 dominance, while China has approximately 90 titles, establishing itself as the preeminent force since the 1980s through consistent excellence in men's singles (over 30 titles), women's singles, and doubles disciplines.[28] Denmark follows with around 90 titles, maintaining strength particularly in men's and mixed doubles.[3][10] Era breakdowns highlight these transformations clearly. In the pre-1950 period, the United Kingdom captured about 70% of titles, with European nations (primarily Denmark and Sweden) accounting for 25%, reflecting the tournament's origins as a British-centric event dominated by local players like Sir George Thomas.[3] From 1950 to 2000, Asian countries surged to 60% of titles, led by Indonesia in men's singles and doubles alongside emerging Chinese influence post-1982 entry.[10] The 2000–2025 era shows China securing roughly 40% of titles, though South Korea and Japan have risen notably, exemplified by South Korea's 2025 women's singles and men's doubles victories, and Japan's women's doubles win.[23][36] Specific achievements underscore national strengths. China boasts the most men's singles titles with more than 30, driven by icons like Lin Dan, while Japan has surged in women's doubles with over 10 titles from 2010 to 2025, including the 2025 win by Chiharu Shida and Nami Matsuyama.[18] When considering total medals (titles plus runners-up), England leads historically, followed by Denmark's robust doubles record and China's modern depth.[28] Contributing factors include the immigration of Asian coaches to European programs, enhancing technical skills, and BWF world ranking points that favor high-entry Asian federations. China also demonstrates superior gender balance, leading in both women's singles (over 20 titles since 1980s) and women's doubles.[21] Multiple title holders from these nations, such as China's Lin Dan with six men's singles crowns, have bolstered their countries' tallies.[5]| Nation | Overall Titles (as of 2025) | Key Strengths |
|---|---|---|
| England | 194 | Early singles and doubles (pre-1950) |
| Denmark | ~90 | Doubles categories |
| China | ~90+ | All events, dominant since 1980s; 30+ MS |
| Indonesia | ~50 | Men's singles and doubles (pre-2000) |