OPEN MASTERS BADMINTON TOURNAMENT - 2023

An open badminton tournament hosted by the team behind India's premier sporting facility. This is an opportunity for Badminton enthusiasts (men and women) over 40 years of age to compete and showcase their Badminton talent.

• Tournament dates: 22nd to 24th September 2023
• Last date to register: 20th September 2023
• Age groups: 35-40, 41-45, 46-50, 51-55 (Men and Women)
• Categories: Singles, Doubles, & Mixed Doubles
• Entry fees (Pre-tax): INR 700 (Singles) & INR 1250 (Doubles)
• Cash prizes and Trophies for Winners and Runner-ups*

Tournament schedule:

• Age categories 46 and above

                22nd September: Initial round of matches

                23rd September: Final round of matches

• Age categories 35 - 40 and 41 - 45

                23rd September: Initial round of matches

                24th September: Final round of matches

Age cut-offs for registration:

• 35 and above category: 35 yrs - 40 yrs (Born b/w: 22/09/1983 & 22/09/1988)
• 41 and above category: 41 yrs - 45 yrs (Born b/w: 22/09/1978 & 21/09/1983)
• 46 and above category: 46 yrs - 50 yrs (Born b/w: 22/09/1973 & 21/09/1978)
• 51 and above category: 51 yrs - 55 yrs (Born b/w: 22/09/1968 & 21/09/1973)

Note 1: If your age is above 55 years, you may register in the '51 and above category'.

Note 2: Older athletes can choose to register in the younger category, but younger athletes cannot register in the older category.

Rules & Regulations:

• Yonex AS-2 feather shuttles will be used
• Entry fees will not be refunded
  
• Refreshments will be provided to all players.
• *Minimum 16 teams required in each category under each age group for the full cash prize to be awarded.

Reporting & Scheduling:

• Reporting time is 20 minutes before your scheduled match time. A 10-minute grace period will be given, beyond which the match will be forfeited.
• Original age proof must be shown at the time of reporting.
• No change of partners allowed.
• Matches will run according to the published schedule. Please plan your travel to the venue so you report 20 - 30 minutes before the match time.
• Changes to the schedule if any will be announced by the chief referee.

Match format and scoring:

• Categories with fewer than 12 entries will play a league format. Categories with more entries will play a knockout format.
• Matches in a league format will be a single game of 30 points. The first player/team to reach 30 will win the match.
• The winner for the category will be decided by the highest number of matches won. In case of a tie, the team with the highest point difference will be declared the winner.
• Matches in the knockout format will be best of 3 sets, 15-point games. The first player/team to reach 15 will win the set.
• All FINALS in the knockout categories will be best of 3 sets, 15-point games. 15 will be the golden point.

Code of conduct:

• Badminton non-marking shoes are mandatory
• The umpire’s decision will be final.
  
• Players are urged not to signal ‘IN’ or ‘OUT’ before the umpire makes a call.
• Non-marking shoes are mandatory for all players.
• Aggressive behaviour / abusive language is absolutely prohibited. The organisers reserve the right to disqualify players guilty of misconduct from the tournament.
• Disputes if any must be brought to the notice of the chief referee or organising team for arbitration.

Venue Etiquette:

• Please follow the visitor rules of the venue.
• Do not litter. Use garbage bins to dispose of waste.
• Please take care of your personal belongings. The organisers will not be responsible for any loss or damage.
• Only umpires, organisers and players who have a scheduled match are allowed on the court. Spectators and other players must occupy the gallery.

Medical Assistance:

• A fully equipped ambulance and a nurse will be stationed on the premises to handle medical emergencies and provide first aid.
• The organisers are not liable for injuries to players.

Fair Play:

• We appeal to all players to adhere to fair play. We urge you to make honest calls - you might lose a point but you will win the respect of your fellow players.
• It’s important to understand that we are getting together to have a fun day of sport. Camaraderie and the joy of playing badminton are our prime objectives.

Outstation participants may contact the phone number listed below to find accommodation options close to the event venue. For further details or any queries, please call us on 7353173000.