British Open Squash 2027: dates, winners and guide
British Open Squash Championships, first held in 1922, is played in Birmingham. Here's when it's on, who won it and what to know before you watch or go.
British Open 2027
International Convention Centre (ICC) from 2027; the Birmingham Rep from 2023 to 2026, Birmingham
Qualifying runs 26-28 May, early rounds at Solihull Arden Club from 30 May, and the ICC main event from 1 to 6 June 2027.
About British Open
- The British Open is the oldest 'open' tournament in squash. The women's event began in 1922 and the men's open championship in 1930.
- Until the World Open began in 1976, the British Open was treated as the de facto world championship. It is often called the 'Wimbledon of Squash'.
- Heather McKay won the women's title 16 times in a row (1962-1977), and Jahangir Khan won the men's title 10 times in a row (1982-1991).
- The men's and women's events have been played together since 1983.
- In 2026 Paul Coll won the men's title when Mostafa Asal retired during the final (9-11, 11-3, 11-6, retired). Amina Orfi beat Nour El Sherbini 7-11, 11-8, 11-5, 11-8.
- The 2027 main event moves to the 1,500-seat auditorium at Birmingham's ICC because the Rep Theatre is being renovated. It will be the fifth year in a row in Birmingham.
- The 2027 purse of US$783,000 is the highest in the British Open's history.
- SQUASHTV and the PSA's broadcast partners show the British Open live.
- Tickets for 2027 were not on sale yet in November 2026. Fans can register their interest through the official site.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org · britishopensquash.info
Recent British Open champions
| Year | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Paul Coll | Amina Orfi |
| 2025 | Diego Elías | Nouran Gohar |
| 2024 | Mostafa Asal | Nouran Gohar |
Today's top players: the squash world rankings.
British Open dates by year
202726 May – 6 June 2027
International Convention Centre (ICC) from 2027; the Birmingham Rep from 2023 to 2026, Birmingham
Prize money: US$783,000 total (record purse)
Qualifying runs 26-28 May, early rounds at Solihull Arden Club from 30 May, and the ICC main event from 1 to 6 June 2027.
202630 May – 7 June 2026
International Convention Centre (ICC) from 2027; the Birmingham Rep from 2023 to 2026, Birmingham
Prize money: US$346,500 per draw (men's and women's), per Wikipedia
Finals were played on 7 June 2026 at the Rep. Some reports say qualifying started on 26 May.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org · britishopensquash.info
For squash coaches
Turn the big tournaments into busier lessons
Run a themed session
Watch a rally from the British Open or the Worlds with your players, then drill the length and volleys that won it.
Set goals for your juniors
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British Open: questions people ask
When is the British Open squash 2027?
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Qualifying starts on 26 May 2027 and the finals are on 6 June 2027. The main event is at Birmingham's International Convention Centre (ICC) from 1 to 6 June.
Where is the British Open squash held?
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In Birmingham, England. The event was at the Birmingham Rep Theatre from 2023 to 2026 and moves to the ICC auditorium in 2027 while the Rep is renovated.
Who won the British Open squash 2026?
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Paul Coll (New Zealand) won the men's title and Amina Orfi (Egypt) won the women's title. The finals were on 7 June 2026.
How much prize money is at the British Open squash?
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The 2027 purse is a record US$783,000, according to the tournament.
How can I watch the British Open squash?
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Matches are shown live on SQUASHTV and on the PSA's broadcast partners' channels.