WNT is thrilled to announce the return to the heart of Vietnam for the eagerly awaited Mansion Sports Hanoi Open Pool Championship October 8–13, sponsored by the prestigious leading sports investment firm, Mansion Sports & Entertainment Group.
In partnership with Nineball’s host UK broadcaster Sky Sports, this electrifying spectacle on the World Nineball Tour will once again grace the Hanoi Indoor Games Gymnasium within the Vietnam National Sports Complex.
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• Mansion Sports to title sponsor Hanoi Open from 8-13 October 2024.
• $200,000 prize fund for 256 player field event.
• WNT 128 signed professionals to feature.
• Second signature Matchroom multi-table event in Asia since the start of WNT.
The Hanoi Open Pool Championship, newly sponsored by Mansion Sports, will see 256 players battling it out for $200,000 prize fund over the course of six thrilling days.
This year’s tournament aims to build upon the overwhelming success of its inaugural event, which saw 3,000 fans in attendance for the final. This year will boast an even stronger lineup with the World Nineball Tour top 128 signed professionals to feature, alongside the global qualifiers of 2024. Qualifiers to be announced in the coming months.
Among the competitors, defending champion Jayson Shaw will make his return to Hanoi once more, joined by a stellar lineup including local luminaries Duong Quoc Hoang and Nguyễn Anh Tuấn, alongside Asia’s biggest names such as Ko Pin Yi, Dang Jin Hu, Aloysius Yapp, Michael Feliciano, Carl Biado, and Ko Ping Chung. Similar to 2023, this tournament will determine the third automatic qualifying spot to play in this year’s Mosconi Cup.
Jayson Shaw said: “Returning to Hanoi as the defending champion fills me with absolute joy, and I truly excited to see the Mansion Sports partnership come alive for this iconic event. Competing in Vietnam last year and witnessing the ‘Hanoi Hype’ first hand was unmatched. I’m grateful for the opportunity to showcase my skills in front of such a passionate pool community, and I look forward to soaking it all in once again.”
Managing Director of Mansion Sports & Entertainment Group, Denis Keet said: “Mansion Sports & Entertainment Group is proud to sponsor such a prestigious event like Hanoi Open. We commend Matchroom for their commitment to organising this event and the beautiful city of Hanoi for hosting the event. We look forward to more partnerships in the future.”
CEO of Matchroom Multi Sports Director, Emily Frazer said: “It is a privilege to have the support of Mansion Sports for the Hanoi Open as it returns to Vietnam, carrying forward its legacy on the World Nineball Tour. Last year’s event marked a significant milestone in the history of the Tour, showcasing the passion and talent within the global pool community. The enthusiasm displayed by thousands of fans is why I’m so excited to return to the city for this year’s event.
“The Mansion Sports Hanoi Open will follow a similar format to last year, with 256 players, including 128 Matchroom-signed professionals from across the globe, competing for a grand prize pool of $200,000. Sky Sports, which has been instrumental in our efforts, will broadcast the last two days of this year’s championship live, further bolstering Nineball’s momentum and seamlessly aligning with our event calendar.