The badminton spectacular CLASH OF CLANS Arctic Open 2026 powered by YONEX brings the brightest stars of one of the world's most popular sports and the world's fastest racket sport to Energia Arena in Vantaa from 6-11 October. The tournament has finally kicked off, and an exciting opening day has already delivered a fantastic number of matches.

From the Finnish contingent, Juha Honkanen and Jesper Paul (Men's Doubles) secured their place in the next round. Honkanen and Paul defeated India's Doddavarapu and Pochana in straight games, winning 21-9, 21-16. Their tournament continues tomorrow.

Below are the results of the other Finnish players from today's matches.

Kalle Koljonen faced Malaysia's Lee Zii Jia, losing in straight games 21-12, 21-15.

Eliel Melleri and Niilo Nyqvist took on a Swedish pair and were defeated 21-10, 21-10.

Safin Emran and Zafir Emran faced an Italian duo, losing 21-19, 21-10.

Sarah Asfar and Oona Tapola played against opponents from Lithuania and were defeated 21-12, 21-11.

The last Finn in action today was Petra Saarnivaara, who faced Denmark's Mia Blichfeldt. The match ended in a 21-4, 21-8 victory for the Dane.

You can find all of today's results here.

Three Finnish entries will be in action tomorrow. Fans will see Joakim Oldorff, Juha Honkanen and Jesper Paul, as well as Sai Abhijna Brahmakal and Aino Övermark on court.

You can find tomorrow's schedule here.

Cover photo: Jere Kokko