WESPA Open Championship, 2026.
The ultimate showdown of global Scrabble excellence.
WESPA Open Championship, 2026.
Registration for the 2026 WESPA Open Championship is now live.
Register NowRegistration Fee
The registration fee for the WESPA Open 2026 is USD 295 per player and includes:
- Championship entry levy.
- Tea breaks & Lunch.
- Branded event shirt.
- Awards gala dinner ticket.
- Entry into a raffle draw for free registration in 2027.
Timeline
- Registration Deadline
- November 16th, 2026.
- Arrival Date
- December 1st, 2026.
- Event Dates
- December 2nd - 5th, 2026.
- Award/Gala Night
- December 5th, 2026.
- Departure Date
- December 6th, 2026.
Cancellation Notice received on or before November 16th, 2026 will be refunded less 10%. Anything beyond that, no refund.
Divisions
Players will be placed into divisions based on WESPA rating cut-off points:
- Division A: 1800+
- Division B: 1600 – 1800
- Division C: Below 1600
WESPA Rating cut-off date is September 30th, 2026.
Schedule
| Date | AM Session | PM Session |
|---|---|---|
| Tue, Dec 1st | Arrival of Players | Accreditation |
| Wed, Dec 2nd | Round 1 - 4 | Round 5 - 8 |
| Thu, Dec 3rd | Round 9 - 12 | Round 13 - 16 |
| Fri, Dec 4th | Round 17 - 20 | Round 21 - 24 |
| Fri, Dec 5th | Round 25 - 28 | Round 29 - 32 |
Tournament Officials
- Peter Thorpe
- Wayne Kelly
Awards Ceremony & Travel Advisory
The Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner will take place on the evening of Saturday, 5 December. Players are encouraged to plan their departure for Sunday, 6 December.
Dress Code Policy
Players and officials must dress neatly and appropriately throughout the championship. Shorts/knickers and rubber sandals/slippers are not permitted in the playing arena.
The Award Gala Dinner requires strictly Business Casual/Formal attire. Inappropriately dressed players or officials will not be permitted into the ballroom.
Prizes
A generous star prize has been earmarked for the Top Division. Prize funds across all three divisions will depend significantly on the number of registered participants and/or sponsorship secured for the event. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top eight finishers in each division. Additional spot prizes and class prizes may also be available.
Playing Equipment
Players are expected to come with their playing equipment (Scrabble boards, clocks, racks, tiles, bags and other accessories) to facilitate the smooth running of the tournament. WESPA will look to cover any equipment shortage for the tournament.
Event Location
Official venue for the WESPA Summit Cup, 2026.
Corinthia Hotel,
St George’s Bay, Malta.
Visas
WESPA will be readily available to provide necessary assistance and information to players to ensure procurement of visas to Malta.
Visa required nationals needing invitation letter should send a request to WESPA via info@wespa.org. Players are advised to send in visa application 2-3 months in advance.
Accommodation (Discounted)
Discounted accommodation is available at the Corinthia Hotel St George’s Bay for stays from 28 November to 9 December 2026.
- Single Occupancy: EUR90 per night
- Double Occupancy: EUR110 per night
Use "WESPA" promo code when making reservation or click on the button below.
Event Location
The following players have been confirmed for the WESPA Summit Cup and are eligible to complete registration.
Venue
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Registered Players
The lists below reflect the current registration status of all participants.
Confirmed Players
Players whose registrations have been confirmed.
Tentative Players
These registrations are pending confirmation.
Join players from around the world at the WESPA Open Championship 2026.
Limited time to secure your place.