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Queens International pool tournament offers US$17,000 prize fund
via NewsDay Zimbabwe1 hour ago6 min read
The fourth edition of the Queens International pool tournament, featuring a US$17,000 prize fund, will be hosted at Queens Sports Club from May 23 to 25. This event has grown significantly since its inception in 2022, attracting top players from across Africa and becoming a prominent competition on the continent. Past champions Jeremiah Naido 2022, Ceaser Chandinga 2023, and Aden Joseph 2025 are all expected to compete, aiming to be the first multiple-time winner. Tournament founder Tawanda Mupenzwa noted that the competition has exceeded its initial vision, driven by interest and expectations from across Africa. To maintain professional standards, entry for the 2026 edition is capped at 32 players in the Masters category, 96 in the main division, and 48 in the ladies' section. Players from nine African countries are anticipated to participate, including Shaun Martheze and Kelvin Fikoti. Queens Sports Club president Ntuthuko Henford Gabellah highlighted the tournament's role in transforming pool from a "bar-room pastime" into a recognized sport, providing international visibility and boosting local economic activity in Bulawayo.
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