Scottish Open gets financial boost

The upcoming Scottish Open to be held from November 20-24th in Emirates Arena will become a Grand Prix event after the organizers have received extra financial support.

“It is perfect timing as it comes less than a year before the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow,” said Badminton Scotland Chief Executive Anne Smillie to BBC. “It guarantees a higher standard of entry for the third oldest tournament in world badminton, thanks to a significant increase in prize money.”

Smillie revealed that a financial package worth £750,000 over the next four years is now in place.