TThe Badminton Association of Hong Kong, China has host 33 "Hong Kong Open Badminton Championships" since 1982. It was upgraded to a 6-star event from 2004 to 2006. Since 2007, the Championships have become a Superseries event with total prize money of US$250,000. The total prize money of the Hong Kong Open Badminton Championships has continued to rise, increasing from US$350,000 (more than HK$2,700,000) in 2012 to US$400,000 (more than HK$3,100,000) in 2016, and this year's total prize money will further increase to US$420,000 (more than HK$3,200,000), setting a new record and making the event more attractive.

The Hong Kong Open attracts over 200 top badminton elites from more than 20 countries and regions every year, including Olympic and Asian Games medalists, gathering in Hong Kong to compete for the highest honor in the Championships.

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The above information is provided by the Badminton Association of Hong Kong, China.