The Hanoi Junior Open returns to the World Nineball Tour alongside the thrilling Mansion Sports Hanoi Open Pool Championship in Hanoi, Vietnam, from October 11-12.– $10,000 prize fund on offer – Tournament to take place on October 11-12– Opportunity opens to all juniors aged 17 and under.
Since the inaugural Hanoi Junior Open last year, Matchroom’s commitment to growing the grassroots of pool continues to expand, with the Hanoi Junior Open returning as the fourth junior tournament on the 2024 World Nineball Tour.
The Hanoi Junior Open will offer a prize fund of $10,000 in a 64-player single-elimination format. Entry will cost $100, which will be refunded after the event is completed, provided they participate. Defending Hanoi Open champion Jayson Shaw said: "I’m thrilled to see the Hanoi Junior Open returning this year. It’s a fantastic opportunity for young players to demonstrate their skills on a global stage. Supporting the next generation is crucial for the growth of the sport, and this tournament not only allows them to compete but also learn and gain invaluable experience in a professional setting."
Onboard Sportswear will provide a free custom Hanoi Junior Open jersey so all can feel and look the part as they compete in the same main event arena of the Mansion Sports Hanoi Open Pool Championship at Vietnam National Sports Complex from 8-13 October 2024.
Young cueists can anticipate an exhilarating competition reminiscent of last year’s event, where 16-year-old AJ Manas was crowned winner of the first Hanoi Junior Open by defeating the Chinese Taipei teenager Liao Hung-Yen 9-2.
The final will be live streamed on the Matchroom Pool social media pages with coverage also set to feature during the live broadcast on Vietcontent in Vietnam, Sky Sports in the UK and Ireland, and networks worldwide.
Juniors competing in the tournament will not be eligible to compete in the main Hanoi Open Pool Championship due to match schedules. As part of the entry to the the Hanoi Junior Open, juniors will receive a guest pass and three additional tickets for the days they compete, allowing them to have time to study the world’s best as they battle.
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ABOUT VIETCONTENTVietcontent, as the primary organizer of Matchroom's Hanoi Open Pool Championship in Vietnam, stands as a top sports agency in Vietnam. Spearheading sports licensing endeavors, they've successfully introduced prestigious events like the NBA, Basketball World Cup, Tennis Grand Slams, Bundesliga, Matchroom Nine-ball Tournaments, UEFA Champions League etc. to Vietnam. Their sports production team ensures comprehensive coverage of all live sports events, adhering to the highest standards in the country. Leveraging their own media channels such as "Webthethao" and "Vietnam Billiards Promotion," they've achieved top rankings in sports news coverage in Vietnam. Furthermore, Vietcontent serves as a leading sports marketing agency, boasting a team of top experts. They extend their reach to international sports events hosted in Vietnam, including the Vietnam International Half-Marathon and the South East Asia Volleyball League. Committed to the belief that sports will make a better life, Vietcontent continues to strive in the realm of sports.
ABOUT WORLD NINEBALL TOUR
Introducing the World Nineball Tour (WNT), a game-changing initiative in professional pool. With a $5 million minimum prize fund and over 40 ranking events worldwide, the WNT heralds a new era for the sport. Committed to fairness, transparency, and commercial viability, the WNT offers players a clear path to success by providing opportunities to accrue World Nineball Ranking points and gain access to prestigious tournaments on the calendar.
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