The badminton calendar ignites with the Yonex Sunrise India Open 2024, scheduled for January 13-18 in the heart of New Delhi. This BWF Super 750 marquee event assembles top-ranked players vying for supremacy, ranking points, and substantial rewards.
In women’s singles, titleholder PV Sindhu confronts a gauntlet including China’s Chen Yufei and Korea’s An Se-young. Lakshya Sen anchors India’s men’s singles hopes, supported by HS Prannoy and the promising Priyanshu Rajawat against international rivals.
Men’s doubles favorites Satwik and Chirag seek to extend their winning streak, while women’s doubles features the spirited Tanisha Crasto-Ashwini Ponnappa combo. Mixed doubles promises tactical masterclasses from the world’s best.
With USD 710,000 on the line and 7000 ranking points, stakes couldn’t be higher. The Badminton Association of India’s meticulous planning ensures a smooth spectacle, amplified by live coverage on Sports 18 and digital streaming via JioCinema.
As a vital pre-Olympic tune-up, the tournament spotlights emerging talents and veteran prowess. Past editions have witnessed Indian triumphs that fueled national pride—will history repeat in 2024? Follow the action as Delhi becomes badminton’s epicenter.