Over the past week, several notable events have taken place in the world of billiards:
Commonwealth Cue Sports Championships 2026
From October 7 to 10, 2026, the Commonwealth Cue Sports Championships were held at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex in Ahmedabad, India. A total of 144 players from 42 nations competed across five cue sports disciplines. On the opening day, Indian cueists Paras Gupta and Dhvaj Haria led the charge, advancing in their respective events. (wcbs.sport)
6th Annual Saratoga Scotch Doubles Tournament
On October 11, 2026, The New Green Room Billiards in Dundalk, Maryland, hosted the 6th Annual Saratoga Scotch Doubles Tournament. The event featured a unique 13-ball rack format, with teams competing in a race to pocket the 8-ball last. The tournament attracted players of various skill levels, fostering a competitive yet friendly atmosphere. (stayhappening.com)
Upcoming Events
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2026 English Open and World Billiards Championship: Scheduled from October 17 to 22, 2026, at the Landywood Snooker Club in Great Wyrley, England. The English Open will precede the World Championship, both played under the timed format. The Women’s World Championship is also set for October 21, 2026. (world-billiards.com)
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2026 World Artistic Pool & World Freestyle Artistic Pool Championship: Taking place from October 1 to 4, 2026, at Bluegrass Billiards in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The event features top artistic pool players competing for the titles of WPA Artistic Pool World Champion and WPA Freestyle Artistic Pool World Champion. (poolhall.tv)
These events highlight the dynamic and competitive nature of the billiards community, showcasing talent and fostering international camaraderie.
