AUSTRALIAN 7-12 JUNE 2016 SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK SPORTS CENTRE australianbadmintonopen.com.au
XIAMENAIR AUSTRALIAN BADMINTON OPEN Strategic Partner: Superseries Sponsor: Destination NSW MetLife To: BWF Member Associations Title Sponsor: XiamenAir Invitation: 2016 XIAMENAIR AUSTRALIAN BADMINTON OPEN part of the METLIFE BWF WORLD SUPERSERIES Date: Tuesday 07th to Sunday 12th June 2016 Entry Close: Tuesday 26th April 2016 Host City: Venue: Sydney Sports Centre Olympic Boulevard, Sydney Olympic Park Referee: Mojmir Hnilica (CZE) email: mojmir.hnilica@seznam.cz Deputy Referee: Phillip Lee (SIN) email: philliplee52@gmail.com Assisting Referee: Yogen Bhatnagar (AUS) email: yogen.bhatnagar@gmail.com Event Director: Organiser: Tournament Website: Email Contact: Sanctioned By: Prize Money: * * Loke Poh Wong Badminton Australia Unit 15, No.8 Techno Park Drive Williamstown, Victoria 3016 Tel: +613 9397 4722 For all the latest news, ticketing and results visit www.australiabadmintonopen.com.au 2016ozopen@gmail.com Badminton World Federation (BWF) US$750,000 Event Champion Runner-up Semi-finals Quarter-finals Last 16 Men s Singles Women s Singles $56,250 $28,500 $10,875 (2) USD$4,500 (4) $2,625 (8) Equipment Sponsor: Shuttles: Entries: Yonex Co.Ltd Yonex AS50 Entries can only be submitted online by each member association. International entries close Tuesday 26th April 2016, 23:59 hours BWF headquarters time, (+08:00 GMT). Member Associations are advised to log into 2016 XiamenAir Australian Badminton Open at: www.bwf.tournamentsoftware.com/sport/tournament.aspx?id=0f2c2c7a-497d-4f59- A5A6-5EA0546C3DE4 - and submit the entries online. Username and password can be obtained from BWF. Please contact Shanmugam Ramachandran, email: s.ramachandran@bwfbadminton.org The online entry page will automatically close on Tuesday, 26th April 2016 at 23:59 hours BWF Headquarters time (+08:00 GMT) and you are required to submit the entries on time. Late entries will not be accepted. After the closing date, the BWF Online Entry System will send notification to all participating Member Associations confirming receipt of final entries. Receipt of this notification is the conclusive evidence of receipt of entries before the deadline. The Member Associations should contact BWF immediately if such notice is not received by the Wednesday (next day of the entries closing date) by noon BWF Headquarters time (+08:00 GMT) following close of entries. If no objection is received by BWF by Thursday (second day after the entries closing day) 23.59 hours BWF Headquarters time (+08:00 GMT) following the close of entries, the entries shall be deemed to be correct. No complaints / objections shall be entertained after this point. All entries can only be submitted online by member association. Australian Entries Only Please note All Australian entries can only be submitted to BWF by Badminton Australia. Australian entries close Friday 22nd April 2016. This is to allow for checking and endorsement of all the Australian entries. ** ** ** Men s Doubles Women s Doubles Mixed Doubles $59,250 $28,500 $10,500 (2) $5,437.50 (4) $2,812.50 (8) Australian player entries must be submitted on the official Australian player entry form which can be found at www.badminton.org.au Please send entries together with appropriate payment to: * Per Player ** Per Pair Withholding Tax: Australian Government requires withholding tax to apply. 2016 XiamenAir Australian Badminton Open c/o Badminton Australia Unit 5 No 8 Techno Park Drive Williamstown VIC 3016 Tel: (03) 9397 4722 Fax: (03) 9397 4733 Email: 2016ozopen@gmail.com 2 3
Events: EVENT ENTRIES Main Draw Qualifiers Qualifying Draw Men s Singles 28 4 16 Women s Singles 28 4 16 Men s Doubles 28 4 16 Women s Doubles 28 4 16 Mixed Doubles 28 4 16 Seedings and Draws: Entries Close 26th April 2016 World Ranking Date for M & Q 28th April 2016 M & Q Publish Date 29th April 2016 World Ranking Date for Seeding 12th May 2016 Seeding Release 13th May 2016 Last Date of Withdrawal (without penalty) 15th May 2016 Draw Date 17th May 2016 Competition 7th - 12th June 2016 Schedule: (Tentative) Tuesday (07 June 2016) 09:00am - Qualifying Rounds Wednesday (08 June 2016) 09:00am - Round of 32 Thursday (09 June 2016) 01:00pm - Round of 16 Friday (10 June 2016) 02:00pm - Quarter Finals Saturday (11 June 2016) 01:00pm - Semi Finals Sunday (12 June 2016) 01:00pm - Finals Note: The schedule is subject to change at the discretion of the Referee. Transport: Accreditation: Non Playing Personnel: Airport transfer will be provided from Sydney International Airport to official hotels upon request. Please complete and submit flight details forms attached. Arrival flights details must be email to organiser at least 7 working days before arriving. Departure flight details must be confirmed at least 2 working days in advance to the Tournament Secretariat. Note: Official hotels are less than 10min walk to stadium venue, however there will also be regular ground transportation between official hotels and venue provided for the convenience of the players and officials. Photographic and colour coded accreditation will be adopted at this event. Accreditation passes will be arranged for participating players and team officials before team arrival. lease complete attached Accreditation Form together with a photo ID of each participant. Passes will not be issued without a photo ID. The number of accompanying officials receiving accreditation will depend on the playing team size: No. of Players Accompanying Officials 1-3 1 4-7 2 8-11 3 12-15 4 16 or more 5 Important Meetings: The following meetings will be held at the Novotel hotel conference centre - Freshwater Room, located 1 floor above the reception. Press Conference Monday 06 June 2016 11:30am All players must strictly adhere to the request of the Organisers to attend press conferences, event marketing, publicity and promotional activities as per BWF regulations for Superseries. These activities may be undertaken at various iconic landmark in Sydney. Transportation will be provided by organisers for players to attend these press conferences and activities. Players will be given advance notices and will receive priority for practice requirements. Team Managers Meeting Monday 06 June 2016 5:00pm It is compulsory for all team managers or a member association representative to attend the team managers briefing session. Umpires Meeting Monday 06 June 2016 6:00pm All umpires are to attend this briefing session. For international teams, any additional or replacement passes for officials accompanying the team can purchase a limited number for AUD$150 each pass. Visitors attending the event in a non-official capacity is required to purchase tickets for the required sessions. Please visit tournament website for ticket purchasing details. Superseries Regulations: The Regulations for Superseries and General Competition Regulations Regulations: of BWF shall be applicable to the Championship. The General Competition Regulations will apply except where specific provisions are contained in the Regulations for Superseries. Where there is any conflict or apparent conflict, the Superseries Regulation(s) shall take precedence. In the event of any dispute, the decision of the Tournament Referee will be final. Clothing and Advertising: Clothing and advertising must follow BWF General Competition Regulations 19-23. On Court Doctor & Physiotherapist: Drug Testing: On-court doctors and physiotherapists will be on duty throughout the competition at the tournament venue. Under the Superseries regulations, drug testing of players competing in the tournament will be performed. Practice Sessions: Note: The above meeting times and location are tentative and subject to change. Team managers and players will receive updated information prior to arriving or on arrival in Sydney. 5 competition courts and 4 warm up courts will be set up in the stadium. There is also another 12 practice courts set up in an adjacent practice hall. The two halls are adjacent to each other and both are less than 10 min walk from the official hotels. Request for practice schedule can be arranged at the liaison desk upon arrival. Insurance/Medical: Visa: Please ensure your players and team officials are covered with the necessary insurance policy to meet current requirements. The organiser will not be responsible for any injury sustained, at any time, by any player or official arising from his/her participation at the tournament. Any costs incurred for medical treatment and/or hospitalisation shall be borne by the Member Association of the player/official concerned. If visa is required for participants to enter Australia for the event, please complete the attached visa request form. 4 5
Accommodation: (Official Hotels) All accommodation should be booked directly with the Hotels. Please note there are various events occurring at other parts of the Sydney Olympic Park the same time as the Australian Open so please book as early as possible and confirm respective bookings. Credit card details are required to guarantee booking with full payment due before arrival. Ibis Sydney Olympic Park Room rates: AUD$220.00 (single person per room) AUD$242.00 (two per room - twin or double) Breakfast included Olympic Boulevard, Sydney Olympic Park, NSW, Australia Tel: +61 2 8762 1111 Booking Email: H2732-RE@accor.com To obtain above rates, please quote booking code: BADISOP2016 Novotel Sydney Olympic Park Room rates: AUD$242.00 (single person per room) AUD$252.00 (two per room - twin or double) Breakfast included Olympic Boulevard, Sydney Olympic Park, NSW, Australia Tel: +61 2 8762 1111 Booking Email: H2732-RE@accor.com To obtain above rates, please quote booking code: BADNSOP2016 Pullman at Sydney Olympic Park Room rates: AUD$267.00 (single person per room) AUD$292.00 (two per room - twin or double) Breakfast included Olympic Boulevard, Sydney Olympic Park, NSW, Australia Tel: +61 2 8762 1111 Booking Email: H2732-RE@accor.com To obtain above rates, please quote booking code: BADPSOP2016 WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR THIRD METLIFE BWF WORLD SUPERSERIES EVENT AND WE HOPE YOU WILL HAVE A GREAT TIME IN SYDNEY 6 7
Welcome to SYDNEY One of the world s most vibrant and exciting cities, Sydney is the gateway to Australia and home to three of the country s most famous icons the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and shimmering Sydney Harbour. With a vibrant food and wine scene driven by outstanding local produce, new attractions and old favourites, you ll be spoilt for choice in Sydney. FOOD AND WINE Treat yourself to a mouth-watering taste of Sydney s best food and wine, served in stunning locations around the city. An ever-growing list of gourmet restaurants, boutique cafes and bars means you ll never be short of inspiration on where to eat and drink in Sydney. If you enjoy stylish venues with excellent food, wine and service, make sure you visit some of Sydney s hatted restaurants including Momofuku Seiobo, Quay, Rockpool Bar & Grill and Sepia. In this diverse city, you ll find an amazing range of multicultural food and wine experiences. Discover the delicious cuisines of Italy, Greece and Turkey on a tour with Gourmet Safaris, or meet local producers from boutique brewers and coffee roasters to spice merchants and smallgoods specialists on an Ultimately Sydney Gourmet Tour. Food events and weekly growers markets give you the chance to buy local produce, become a master chef at a short cooking class or visit the Sydney Fish Market Seafood School. FASHION AND SHOPPING In the city centre, Pitt Street Mall is Sydney s fashion hub encompassing several retail centres across two city blocks. Westfield Sydney sets the pace for sensational shopping with four floors of fashion favourites. Check out Australia s two largest department stores, Myer and David Jones, which stock many top brands and offer personal shopper and stylist services. Stroll through the historic Queen Victoria Building and Strand Arcade, as popular for their beautifully restored interiors as they are for the fashion boutiques they house featuring local and international brands. The Galleries Victoria on George Street is home to urban brands while World Square spans three levels of an entire city block. You ll find flagship stores for world famous designer brands - Armani Exchange, Burberry, Chanel, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Versace and more - around Martin Place and on Castlereagh, Elizabeth, George and King streets. Sydney s shopping precincts have their own individual sense of style. Paddington s Oxford Street is the most well-known, with two kilometres of funky boutiques and high-street fashion. Just off Oxford Street is The Intersection on Glenmore Road where you ll find some of the best Australian labels. Sydney is also home to some of Australia s best markets, featuring stylish fashion, beautiful gifts, vintage furniture, fresh food, free entertainment and much more. A trip to the markets is the perfect way to spend a day exploring the city, picking up everything from quirky souvenirs to ugg boots, resin jewellery and vintage wear. Stretch your imagination at weekend markets in Bondi Beach, Glebe, Kirribilli, Paddington and Surry Hills. NATURE AND PARKS With its rich natural environment, Sydney has some of the country s best hiking trails and most relaxing leafy parks. One of the best ways to enjoy Sydney s stunning natural attractions is on a coastal trail such as the Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk. It s not only a great year-round workout, you ll also discover secret nooks for picnics, be able to grab a coffee at a beachfront cafe along the way, or simply sit down and take in the spectacular views. Leafy Centennial Park is an idyllic spot for cycling, walking, rollerblading and horse riding with plenty of room to move 360 hectares, in fact. The Royal Botanic Gardens in the heart of the city is peaceful and beautiful. Lie back under a shady tree and watch the world go by or enjoy the views over Sydney Harbour. More central still is Hyde Park, home to Sydney s ANZAC Memorial. Sydney Harbour is the gateway to a world of natural attractions. Navigate your way around the inner-harbour islands by ferry, or hire a kayak and paddle your way to a secluded harbour beach for some peace and quiet. ARTS AND CULTURE Sydney boasts a vibrant arts and culture scene, with many galleries, museums and performance venues in the centre of the city and throughout inner Sydney. Iconic venues such as the Sydney Opera House, State Theatre, Sydney Theatre Company and the Belvoir St Theatre host an array of great shows year-round. Be sure to check out the two major public Galleries in Sydney, the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA), which sits between The Rocks and Circular Quay, and the Art Gallery of NSW, which is located on the edge of The Domain in Woolloomooloo. Spread over five levels, the Art Gallery of NSW houses an extensive range of Australian Art, including one of the largest collections of Aboriginal Art in Australia. The MCA lives up to its name, with a vibrant collection of contemporary works ranging from painting and photography to sculpture, installations, and time-based art from Australian and International artists. It is free to browse the main collection at both galleries, although special exhibitions usually require ticket purchase. There are also plenty of fantastic museums to visit, ranging from the historical to the family-friendly. The Powerhouse Museum in Ultimo focuses on creative, interactive and scientific displays, with 12 permanent exhibitions complemented by a rotating program of dynamic temporary exhibitions; it s a great day out for the whole family. The Australian Museum is a natural history museum which sits on the eastern side of Hyde Park. It was established in 1827 and is Australia s first museum, showcasing extensive collections of cultural and historic artefacts. The Museum of Sydney, built on the site of the first Government House, focuses on Sydney s people, places and cultures from ancient times through to modern. ACCOMMODATION Sydney offers a wide range of accommodation, from five-star harbourside properties and budget hotels by the beach to boutique inner-city stays, hostels and self-contained apartments. 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