WBIF International

Hosted by the UKBGF at the Mercure Hotel, Earl's Court, London, the event will feature the World Team Championships and World Women's Team Championships from 24–26 August 2026, followed by the World Individual Championships from 27–30 August 2026.

A unique opportunity to compete on the world stage and be part of backgammon history.

Play the world. Be part of history.

Dear National Contacts:

Register Your National Teams with an email to

wbif@gmx.net
deadline has been extended till 6th September as requested by many Federations!

Challenge the Persian Leopards!

Play the 55. WBIF Open on Heroes, starting 1 August 2026.

Triple-KO format, all matches to 13 points, Swiss pairings from round 4 on. Entry €10 plus the €15 annual membership — and the prize pool grows with every player who signs up.

Registration closes 1 August. Grab your spot.