BWF Player Education & Dual Career (Beyond Badminton) initiative
8.5.2026 at 11:34
The BWF, in partnership with Badminton Association of Slovenia, is excited to deliver the BWF Player Education & Dual Career (Beyond Badminton) initiative in conjunction with I FEEL SLOVENIA LI-NING Open 2026
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Important Update: Revised Start Time for I Feel Slovenia LI-NING Open 2026
5.5.2026 at 16:47
Dear Players, Coaches, and Accompanying Persons,
Due to a significant number of player withdrawals from the tournament, we have adjusted the schedule for the "I Feel Slovenia LI-NING Open 2026."
The first qualification matches will now begin on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 15:00 (3:00 PM), instead of the initially planned time.
As a result, the training session originally scheduled for Tuesday has been canceled. However, there will be a practice session on Wednesday morning from 08:00 to 13:00.
Best regards, Organizing Committee

45 countries will take part in the tournament
22.4.2026 at 17:24
In Maribor, one of Slovenia’s biggest badminton tournaments will return from May 13 to May 17, 2026 – I FEEL SLOVENIA LI-NING OPEN 2026. The event will once again take place at Hotel Draš, welcoming top players from around the world.

According to current data, around 45 countries will take part in the tournament, highlighting its strong international significance. In total, there are 332 entries across all disciplines (Men’s Singles – MS, Women’s Singles – WS, Men’s Doubles – MD, Women’s Doubles – WD, Mixed Doubles – XD).

Strongest teams

The largest delegation comes from India, with an impressive number of entries:
22 players in Men’s Singles (MS),
11 in Women’s Singles (WS),
and numerous entries across all doubles disciplines.

Strong teams are also coming from:
Malaysia (14 MS, 8 WS),
Austria (9 MS, 5 WS),
Slovenia, as the host nation, with a solid lineup (11 MS, 3 WS, 5 MD, 3 WD, 5 XD), as well as Chinese Taipei and Germany.

The tournament will bring together players from Europe, Asia, Oceania, and beyond – from countries such as Indonesia, Korea, and Thailand to European nations like France, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Croatia, as well as smaller badminton nations like the Faroe Islands.

Sustainability in focus

A special highlight of this year’s edition is sustainability. In cooperation with our partner I FEEL SLOVENIA, several sustainability projects will be implemented both in the lead-up to and during the tournament. The goal is to reduce environmental impact while raising awareness among participants and visitors about responsible and sustainable practices.

Badminton at the highest level

I FEEL SLOVENIA LI-NING OPEN 2026 once again promises top-level matches, strong international competition, and an excellent opportunity to promote Slovenia as a sporting destination.

Organizers are expecting exciting matches across all disciplines and great support from the home crowd.

Explore Slovenia
10.4.2026 at 08:42
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