The World Pool Masters, one of the most prestigious invitational events in pool, is set to take place from April 25-28 at Halle39 in Hildesheim, Germany, in collaboration with local organizer Moltke Sports and host broadcaster Sky Sports.
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With its inception in Plymouth, England, back in 1993, the World Pool Masters has been a stage for the world’s greatest champions over its 30-year history. Past winners include legendary names like Francisco Bustamante, Darren Appleton, Shane Van Boening, and Joshua Filler. Ralf Souquet holds the record for the most World Pool Masters titles, clinching his sixth victory in Quezon City, Philippines, in 2011.
This official World Nineball Tour Invitational event will feature a stellar lineup, comprising the top 14 players from the WNT Rankings, along with two wild card entries. Sky Sports will broadcast the tournament live in the United Kingdom and Ireland, delivering four days of top-tier action.
Ko Pin Yi, the reigning champion, secured his victory against Albania’s Eklent Kaçi in Brentwood, England, last May, claiming the $40,000 winner’s prize. The tournament format will see opening round ties as a race to 9, increasing to race to 10 for the quarter-finals, 11 for the semi-finals, and 13 for the final, as 16 players vie for their slice of the $125,000 prize pool.
Tickets for the event will be available for purchase starting at 2 pm GMT on Wednesday, December 20th. Fans can sign up for ticket alerts to ensure they secure their spot early.
For the first time, fans of Nineball can indulge in VIP Hospitality during the weekend sessions, with packages starting from €150 on Saturday, April 27th, and Sunday, April 28th. Hospitality guests will enjoy premium seating, a three-course evening meal, complimentary beverages, and the opportunity to meet the stars of the World Nineball Tour.
Moltke Sports, esteemed partners of the World Pool Masters, are renowned for organizing top-tier sporting events in Germany, particularly as long-standing partners of the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC), exclusively organizing major darts events in continental Europe, including the European Darts Tour.
The event venue, Halle39, offers over 4,000 m² of space for concerts and conferences, accommodating up to 3,450 people. With its mobile seating and cutting-edge equipment, Halle39 provides a state-of-the-art technical infrastructure, ensuring an optimal spectator experience. Extensive transport infrastructure further enhances the event’s accessibility.
Fans attending the World Pool Masters can enjoy the official fans village in Hildesheim, featuring a range of food and drink options, opportunities to purchase official Nineball merchandise, and various billiards vendors.
For those interested in hosting a vendor booth at the World Pool Masters, inquiries can be directed to mosconicuplive.com