The World Nineball Tour is headed to the Philippines with the launch of the first-ever Philippines Open Pool Championship, happening October 21–26, 2025 at Gateway Mall, Quezon City — right in the heart of Metro Manila. This major tournament marks a milestone moment as the WNT continues to expand its global footprint.

Organized in partnership with Puyat Sports, the Philippines Open follows closely after the Reyes Cup (October 16–19), turning Manila into the epicenter of professional pool for two thrilling weeks. Fans can catch the action live on One Sports, WNT TV, and through the WNT’s international broadcast network.

This inaugural event represents a breakthrough for Southeast Asia, spotlighting the Philippines as one of the game’s most passionate and historic strongholds. With global stars expected to compete, the championship will be a major stop on the Tour — joining elite host cities like Orlando, London, and Hanoi.

Filipino fans can also look forward to seeing their local heroes in action. As Johann Chua, reigning Hanoi Open and Reyes Cup champion, put it:
“Having a Matchroom Major right here in the Philippines is something special. Manila fans bring unmatched energy — they showed it at the Reyes Cup, and now we get to feel that again. This is going to be a week to remember.”

Aristeo “Putch” Puyat, a longtime supporter of Philippine billiards, shared his excitement:
“For decades, the Philippines has stood proudly among the best in the world of pool. This collaboration with the World Nineball Tour is a dream come true. It’s an honor to host this major event and show the world our deep love for the sport.”

Emily Frazer, CEO of Matchroom Multi Sport, added:
“Bringing a major nineball tournament to Manila is a huge step for the World Nineball Tour. We’re thrilled to be working with Puyat Sports to make this happen. The Philippines has always been a key part of pool’s global story, and this event gives local players a chance to shine on home soil in front of a world-class audience.”

More information on the tournament format, player list, and ticketing will be released soon. Fans are encouraged to sign up early for ticket alerts — this is one event you won’t want to miss.