Irish Open Qual

The Irish International or Irish Open in badminton is an international open held in Ireland since 1902 and is thereby one of the oldest badminton tournaments in the world. It was however interrupted by the two World Wars. This tournament is currently a part of the European Badminton Circuit and takes place at the end of November every year as part of the home nations loop of international tournaments that include the Scottish Open and the Welsh Open in consecutive weeks. The tournament for most part and in recent years has been an International Challenge rated event. The recent exception was in 2012, 2017 & 2018 when the tournament was downgraded to International Series due to funding. Recent editions have been held in the Baldoyle Badminton Centre except for 2007 and 2011 tournaments which were held in Lisburn, Northern Ireland.

In 2016 the Irish Open moved to the new National Indoor Arena in Blanchardstown, Dublin, as the first ever event in the new state of the art arena before its official opening in January 2017. The December 2017 edition reverted to an International Series level tournament which saw three Irish players/pairs reach the final.

Notable past winners of the Irish Open are Carolina Marin(multiple Olympic and World Champion in women's singles) and multiple All England winner Tina Baun(nee Rasmussen). Marin's win in 2009 was the Spanish player's first senior international win while still a junior.

**Event Description: Irish Open Qual**

Join us for the highly anticipated **Irish Open Qual**, a premier badminton tournament that showcases the best talent from across the region! Set against the stunning backdrop of Ireland, this event promises to be an exhilarating competition for players of all levels, from emerging stars to seasoned athletes.

**Date:** [Insert Date]
**Location:** [Insert Venue/City]
**Categories:** Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles for various age groups and skill levels.

The Irish Open Qual serves as a crucial stepping stone for players aiming to secure their spot in the prestigious Irish Open. Participants will have the opportunity to compete in a series of thrilling matches, demonstrating their skills, agility, and sportsmanship.

Spectators can look forward to an action-packed weekend filled with intense rallies, strategic gameplay, and the chance to witness the next generation of badminton talent. Whether you’re a player, a fan, or a supporter, the Irish Open Qual is an event not to be missed!

**Registration:** Open now! Secure your spot and be part of this exciting tournament. For more information on registration, schedules, and event details, please visit [Insert Website/Contact Information].

Come and be part of the badminton excitement at the Irish Open Qual—where champions are made!