Kumamoto Masters Japan 2024: Dates, Prize Money & Tournament Highlights
Kumamoto Masters Japan 2024: Key Information
The Kumamoto Masters Japan 2024 is set to generate excitement as the concluding event of the BWF World Tour 2024. Here are the important details:
- Dates: 12 to 17 November 2024
- Venue: Kumamoto, Japan
This tournament is significant for players looking to earn ranking points leading up to the World Tour Finals in China. Defending champion Viktor Axelsen in men’s singles and Gregoria Mariska Tunjung in women’s singles will compete again this year. Other notable participants include Kodai Naraoka, Kunlavut Vitidsarn, Lee Zii Jia, Akane Yamaguchi, Aya Ohori, and Han Yue.
Prize Money Pool
The overall prize money for the Kumamoto Masters Japan 2024 is USD 420,000 (approximately MYR 1.9 million). The breakdown is as follows:
Singles Division (Men’s and Women’s)
- Winners: USD 31,500 and 9,200 BWF points
- Runners-up: USD 15,960 and 7,800 BWF points
- Semi-finalists: USD 6,090 and 6,420 BWF points
- Quarter-finalists: USD 2,520 and 5,040 BWF points
- Last 16: USD 1,470 and 3,600 BWF points
Doubles Division (Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed)
- Winners: USD 33,180 and 9,200 BWF points
- Runners-up: USD 15,960 and 7,800 BWF points
- Semi-finalists: USD 5,880 and 6,420 BWF points
- Quarter-finalists: USD 3,045 and 5,040 BWF points
- Last 16: USD 1,575 and 3,600 BWF points
This prize money structure remains unchanged from the previous year.
Finals Schedule
The finals will take place on Sunday, 17 November 2024, at the Kumamoto Prefectural Gymnasium in Kumamoto, Japan. Fans can expect thrilling matches as the top players compete for the championship titles.
Live Streaming
Fans in Malaysia can live stream the matches on the BWF’s official YouTube channel, BWF TV.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When is the final of the Kumamoto Masters Japan 2024?
The finals will take place on Sunday, 17 November 2024.
What is the prize money for the Kumamoto Masters Japan 2024?
The total prize money is USD 420,000.
Where can I live stream the Kumamoto Masters Japan 2024 in Malaysia?
Fans can live stream the event on BWF TV via YouTube.