ACBS Announces 2026 Asian Heyball Men & Women Championships in Kuala Lumpur

The Asian Confederation of Billiard Sports (ACBS) is pleased to announce that the 2026 Asian Heyball Men & Women Championships will be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from April 12th to 15th, 2026.

This prestigious event follows the WPA Asian Heyball Open (April 8–11), offering a back-to-back schedule for international competitors. Winners of this championship will be awarded spots for International and World Heyball Championships sanctioned by the ACBS and WPA.

Key Deadlines & Fees

  • Registration Deadline: March 11th, 2026
  • Entry Fee: US$100 per player (to be paid before tournament start)
  • Nominations: Send to Mr. Joseph Lo ([email protected])

Tournament Logistics

Event Details
Arrival Date 11th April 2026
Technical Meeting 11th April 2026 at 20:00
Competition Dates Starts 12th April (10:00 AM) | Finals 15th April
Venue IDCC Shah Alam, Level 7, Selangor, Malaysia

Nomination Quotas

Member countries may nominate athletes according to the following quotas:

  • Men’s Event: 2–3 players per country.
  • Women’s Event: Up to 6 players per country.
  • Invitations: Top-ranked players from the 2025 Championships will receive direct invitations.

Prize Pool & Format

The total prize fund for the championships is USD 102,000:

  • Men’s Division: USD 64,000
  • Women’s Division: USD 38,000

Format: Double elimination until the Last 16, followed by a knockout system. Matches for Men are a race to 7; Women are a race to 6. A 100-minute time limit applies.

Official Accommodation

Option 1: Pegasus Hotel Shah Alam (5 min walk)
Superior Queen: US$50 | Deluxe Twin: US$60 (Includes taxes & breakfast)

Option 2: DoubleTree by Hilton Shah Alam (13 min drive)
King Guest Room: US$115 | Twin Guest Room: US$110 (Includes taxes & breakfast)

Contact & Visa Inquiries

For visa assistance, contact the Malaysian Snooker & Billiards Federation (MSBF):

Mr. Iskandar Perwira Putra: +6012 555 5465 | [email protected]

Mr. David Ong: +6012 209 2609 | [email protected]

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