2026 Asian Pool Championship registration is now open for Stage 1, with men’s, women’s and junior players set to compete for spots in the main event in Vietnam.
The tournament is scheduled for July 7 to 15, 2026, with the Stage 2 main event taking place from July 10 to 15 at Ho Xuan Huong Gymnasium in Vietnam.
2026 Asian Pool Championship Stage 1 Registration Details
Stage 1 will serve as the qualifying stage for players looking to advance into the main draw of the 2026 Asian Pool Championship. The event includes men’s, women’s and junior divisions, with limited player slots available.
Players are advised to complete the registration process through the official registration page and wait for confirmation from the organizer.
Event Schedule
| Stage | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Full Event | July 7 to 15, 2026 | 2026 Asian Pool Championship |
| Stage 1 Qualifiers | July 7 to 9, 2026 | Men’s and Women’s divisions |
| Stage 1 Qualifiers | July 8 to 9, 2026 | Junior division |
| Stage 2 Main Event | July 10 to 15, 2026 | Main championship stage |
Player Limits and Advancement
The Stage 1 field will be limited, with each division having a set number of players advancing to Stage 2.
| Division | Stage 1 Player Limit | Players Advancing to Stage 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Men’s Division | 96 players | 12 players |
| Women’s Division | 36 players | 10 players |
| Junior Division | 24 players | 8 players |
Stage 1 Entry Fees
The entry fee structure is different for the men’s, women’s and junior divisions.
| Division | Stage 1 Entry Fee | Stage 2 Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Men’s Division | US$210 | Additional US$200 if qualified |
| Women’s Division | US$210 | No additional fee after qualifying |
| Junior Division | US$60 | No additional fee after qualifying |
For the men’s division, players who qualify for Stage 2 will need to pay an additional US$200 registration fee on-site. Women’s and junior players only need to pay the entry fee once.
Registration Process
Players must register through the official online registration page. The registration process includes filling out player information, completing the entry fee payment, submitting the registration form and waiting for organizer review.
- Enter the official registration website URL.
- Fill out the required player information.
- Complete the entry fee payment.
- Submit the registration form.
- Wait for organizer review and confirmation.
For questions, players may contact the organizer through the official email listed on the registration poster: [email protected]
Prize Money
The 2026 Asian Pool Championship lists a total prize fund of US$107,200 across the men’s, women’s and junior events.
| Division | Champion | Runner-up | 3rd to 4th | 5th to 8th |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Men’s 9-Ball | US$10,000 | US$5,000 | US$2,500 | US$1,500 |
| Men’s 10-Ball | US$10,000 | US$5,000 | US$2,500 | US$1,500 |
| Women’s 9-Ball | US$8,000 | US$4,000 | US$2,000 | US$1,000 |
| Junior Division | US$1,000 | US$600 | US$400 | US$200 |
The men’s 9-ball and men’s 10-ball divisions also list payouts down to 17th to 32nd place. The women’s division lists payouts down to 9th to 16th place. The junior division lists gifts for 9th to 16th place.
What You Need to Know
- The 2026 Asian Pool Championship will be held in Vietnam from July 7 to 15, 2026.
- Stage 1 qualifiers will determine which players advance to Stage 2.
- The men’s division has 96 available Stage 1 slots, with 12 players advancing.
- The women’s division has 36 available Stage 1 slots, with 10 players advancing.
- The junior division has 24 available Stage 1 slots, with 8 players advancing.
- The total prize fund is listed at US$107,200.
- Players should confirm final event details through the official registration page or organizer before making travel plans.