The US Open Pool Championship, one of the most prestigious events in professional pool, is set to begin an exciting new chapter as it returns from 25–30 August at the stunning Embassy Suites, Frisco, Texas, the new home of this flagship tournament.
As a cornerstone event on the World Nineball Tour, the move to Frisco marks a major moment for the sport, bringing the world’s best players to one of America’s fastest-growing sporting destinations.
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This year will see 256 of the world’s elite players converge on Texas to compete in the 49th edition of the US Open Pool Championship, continuing a legacy that has defined champions and shaped the game for nearly five decades.
Last year’s tournament featured a truly global field, with players representing more than 50 nations, including 94 American competitors, underlining the US Open’s status as one of the most internationally diverse and competitive events in the sport.
The move to Frisco signals an exciting new era, with players battling for a $500,000 prize fund, reaffirming the US Open’s reputation as one of the most competitive and star-studded tournaments on the World Nineball Tour.
World Number One and former US Open champion Fedor Gorst said: “The US Open is the tournament every player wants to win — the history, the pressure, the level of competition, it’s unmatched. Playing for a $500,000 prize fund in a new venue like Frisco makes it even more exciting, and I can’t wait to get back out there and compete for this title.”
Former US Open champion and Texas native Jeremy Jones welcomed the event’s arrival in the Lone Star State:“As someone from Texas, it’s incredibly special to see the US Open come here. This tournament means everything in our sport, and bringing it to Frisco is a huge moment — not just for Texas pool fans, but for American pool as a whole.”
Assistant Executive Director, Visit Frisco, Josh Dill commented: “Welcoming the US Open Pool Championship to Frisco marks a major moment for the sport and for our community. This prestigious event brings the world’s best players to Sports City USA, and we’re proud to host a competition with such rich history, intensity, and global appeal. The level of play at the US Open is unmatched with international diversity in the field and passionate fans in the audience.”
Matchroom Multi Sport CEO, Emily Frazer added: “We’re thrilled to be bringing pool’s most iconic event to Texas, and Frisco is the perfect setting for a tournament of this scale. With tickets expected to sell out, I’d strongly encourage fans to sign up for ticket alerts early — this is one you won’t want to miss.”
With world-class competition, a landmark new venue and a passionate fanbase, the 2026 US Open Pool Championship promises to be an unmissable highlight on the global sporting calendar.
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