The first-ever IBF Backgammon & Longgammon World Cup, originally scheduled to take place in Dubai in December 2026, has been postponed to 2027. According to the announcement issued by the organizers, the decision was made due to the unstable international situation.
The IBF World Cup Will Not Take Place in December 2026
IBF’s original plan was to hold the Backgammon & Longgammon World Cup in Dubai. The official tournament page had previously listed December 15–21, 2026, with Dubai as the venue for the event.
Under the new decision, this edition of the competition will not be held in 2026 and has been moved to 2027. The exact new date for the World Cup has not yet been announced.
The Next IBF Grand Prix Will Take Place in March 2027
According to the same announcement, the next IBF Grand Prix tournament will take place in March 2027. The organizers said they look forward to welcoming players from different countries back to the competition.
What Happens to Players’ Non-Refundable Tickets?
IBF has asked anyone who purchased non-refundable flight tickets to attend the Dubai World Cup to contact partners@i-bg-federation.com and submit copies of their tickets for review.
The organizers also thanked all participants for their understanding and support and expressed hope that players will return for future IBF tournaments.