ZEKİ İstanbul International 9-Ball Open

From Zeki Bilardo, A Worldwide Sports Event

Istanbul International 9-Ball Tournament is Coming!

Two Continents • One City • A Legendary Tournament

The biggest and most prestigious event in Turkish billiards history will take place between 28–31 August 2025 in Ataşehir, Istanbul.

With more than 224 elite players from over 30 countries, this grand event is not just a tournament—it is a powerful showcase of Turkey’s international billiards vision.

And at the very heart of this major organization stands Zeki Bilardo.

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30+ Countries, 224+ Players

Athletes from all around the world are gathering in Istanbul. The spots filled up in no time, with more than 20 applications already on the waiting list. With this tournament, the international culture of billiards comes to life in Istanbul.

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Prize Pool Exceeding 1 Million TL!

The total prize money surpasses 1 million TL, all of which will be awarded to the players.

🏆 Champion: €6,000💰

Cash prizes awarded down to the Top 32🎱

Special Snooker Event also to be held

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Two Hotels, Full Setup

• Atacity Hotel / Bilardo Atölyesi: Dedicated exclusively to matches

• Hera Platinum Hotel: Tournament and training center

All matches will be played on professionally prepared Zeki Bilardo tables. Every detail has been planned with the technical expertise of Zeki Bilardo.

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Experienced Organization Team

The tournament is managed by national coach Çetin Aslan, professional players Murat Teker and Gürsel Dağcı, regional supporter Shvan Haji, and the technical team of Zeki Bilardo.

A shuttle bus will provide regular transportation between the two tournament venues, with a travel time of approximately three minutes.

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Zeki Bilardo: Not Just a Brand, but a Vision

Sponsoring billiards federations in more than 25 countries and bringing the strength of local production to the global stage, Zeki Bilardo is no longer just a table manufacturer—it is a leader in the international billiards world.

With its organizational expertise, athlete support projects, and world-class products, Zeki Bilardo is shaping the future of billiards.

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The Result?

This is not just a tournament…

It is an event that writes Turkey’s name in golden letters on the world billiards stage.

And at the heart of this success story stands Zeki Bilardo.