(Peter Gilchrist is the defending champion).
Walter Lindrum Australian Open – 10-13th June ’25
In our final event of what has been a fantastic World Billiards season, we head ‘down under’ once again for the Walter Lindrum Australian Open in Melbourne.
The Australian Open Billiards Championship has been held since 2001 under a variety of names and playing formats. Past winners of the event have included Peter Gilchrist, Pankaj Advani, Rob Hall, Sourav Kothari, Matthew Bolton and Steve Mifsud.
Most recently named the Pacific International Billiards, the ABSC has decided to recognise the legacy of the greatest player of all – Walter Lindrum – by naming the event in his honour. A perpetual trophy will be struck in 2025 recognising all past champions.
The Yarraville Club plays host to this level 5 event which promises to attract a top quality field. We are grateful for the support and sponsorship from the Victorian Government, Victorian Billiards and Snooker Association, the Australian Billiards and Snooker Council, Billiards Australia and The Yarraville Club. The minimum prize pool is $10,000.
This event follows on immediately after the Lance Pannell Snooker Championship at the same venue (7th – 9th June), this event is also open to all players.
Current Champion:
Peter Gilchrist is the current champion having beaten Rob Hall in 2024.
For a full breakdown of results and breaks at the last Walter Lindrum Australian Open, please visit our results site here.
Venue:
The Yarraville Club
135 Stephen Street,
Yarraville VIC 3013,
Australia
A Google location map is included here.
The Yarraville Club is at 135 Stephen Street, Yarraville. It has a restaurant, sports bar and lounge area. The Billiards room, carpeted and air-conditioned, is at 175D Stephen Street (a 3-minute walk from the club). All eight tables will have new Strachan Superfine cloth and all tables have standard pockets. In addition to the bar and dining facilities at the club. The Yarraville Village is a 5-minute walk and has many cafes and restaurants.
Travel:
Melbourne Airport is the nearest international airport and is located 26km from the venue.
Enter Event:
The Walter Lindrum Australian Open is open to all. To enter, please visit the ABSC online shop here. Entries to the Lance Pannell Snooker Championship can be made via the VBSA online shop, ensuring you select the correct entry form for Australian or International players, here.
For any queries, please contact secretary@absc.com.au