The 2026 National Senior Badminton Championship officially opened in Quang Ninh province, drawing more than 230 athletes from 14 sports delegations across the country for competition across men’s singles and doubles events.
Opening Matches Launch Four-Day National Tournament in Quang Ninh
More than 230 competitors gathered in Quang Ninh province to kick off the 2026 National Senior Badminton Championship, running from October 3 to October 6, 2026. The tournament schedule began immediately following the opening ceremony, with athletes stepping onto the court for the opening rounds of men’s singles and doubles matches.
Tournament Context Honors Provincial History and Senior Citizens
Organizers structured the championship to coincide with several notable milestones. The event marks the 63rd anniversary of the founding of Quang Ninh province, which spans from October 30, 1963, to October 30, 2026. In addition, the tournament aligns with the International Day of Older Persons on October 1 and the broader Vietnamese Action Month for Senior Citizens.
The initiative operates under the ongoing national physical training movement modeled after President Ho Chi Minh. Event organizers noted that the championship serves to highlight the resilience of older citizens while encouraging physical fitness and active lifestyles among middle-aged and senior participants.
Delegations Receive Commemorative Flags Before Competition Begins
During the opening ceremonies, competition organizers distributed commemorative flags to representatives from all 14 participating sports delegations. The gathering brings together athletes from diverse regions to exchange experience, build community, and promote badminton at the grassroots level.
Matches Continue Through October 6 Closing Ceremony
Competition runs through October 6, 2026, featuring intense matchups in both singles and doubles divisions that have drawn crowds of spectators and local delegates. Organizers scheduled the official closing ceremony and medal presentations for the morning of October 6, 2026, concluding the four-day athletic program.
