National Circuit Begins at La Videna

The Lima Badminton Open 2026 commenced today, March 5th, at the Polideportivo 2 of La Videna in Lima, Peru. The tournament, organized by the Peruvian Sports Federation of Badminton with support from the Peruvian Sports Institute (IPD), marks the start of the National Circuit for this exciting discipline.

More than 200 athletes from across the country are participating in the competition, vying for national ranking points and a chance to represent Peru in future international tournaments.

Naomi Junco Leads the Competition

Among the competitors, Naomi Junco is a strong contender in the ladies’ singles category. She is also a member of the IPD’s Athlete Support Program (PAD), which seeks to strengthen the international preparation of Peruvian badminton players.

Tournament Details and Categories

The Lima Badminton Open 2026 features a variety of events, including:

• Men’s Singles
• Women’s Singles
• Women’s Doubles
• Men’s Doubles
• Mixed Doubles

Athletes will compete across several age categories: Sub-11, Sub-13, Sub-15, Sub-17, Sub-19, and Open.

Looking Ahead: Upcoming Badminton Events

April will see further badminton action in Lima. From April 7th to 10th, the city will host the Yonex Pan Am Individual Championships 2026, the most important individual tournament on the continent and a key event on the Badminton World Federation (BWF) world circuit. Following that, on April 11th, the Pan Am Air Badminton Cup 2026 will serve as a qualifier for the BWF World Cup.

Recent Success for Peruvian Badminton

In December 2025, the Peruvian Badminton Team, comprised of athletes from the IPD Athlete Support Program (PAD), achieved a significant victory, becoming champions of the XX South American Adult Tournament and the XXI South American Youth Tournament in Bucaramanga, Colombia.

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The team’s performance resulted in a total of 46 medals – 12 gold, 9 silver, and 25 bronze – demonstrating the growing strength of Peruvian badminton in the region.

FAQ

When and where is the Lima Badminton Open 2026 being held?

The Lima Badminton Open 2026 is being held from March 5th to 8th at Polideportivo 2 of La Videna in Lima, Peru.

How many athletes are participating?

Over 200 athletes from across Peru are competing in the tournament.

What categories are included in the tournament?

The tournament includes singles (men’s and women’s), doubles (men’s, women’s, and mixed), and age categories ranging from Sub-11 to Open.