Team Australia 2025 IBF World Cup Hub
By Matt Stevens
LOCATION – Hong Kong, China
VENUE – Top Bowl, Kai Tak Sports Park, Kowloon, Hong Kong
TIME DIFFERENCE – 2 hours behind Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)
DATES – 5-14 January 2025
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MONDAY, 13 JANUARY 2025
Team Australia Concludes 2025 IBF World Cup Campaign
The 2025 IBF World Cup journey for Team Australia came to an end last night, following the conclusion of the Women’s Team Matchplay second block at Top Bowl in Hong Kong.
After a challenging first block, where the Aussies collected just 3 points, the team returned to the lanes with renewed hope, knowing a near-perfect second block was required to move into the top 8 and advance to the next round.
With six matches remaining, the margin for error was slim. Unfortunately, an opening match loss to Germany and a 2-1 loss to Singapore made their task even more challenging. Despite this, the Aussie women persevered and found their rhythm as the block progressed.
The team claimed their first win against an opponent with a 2-0 victory over Peru, which provided a much-needed confidence boost. The Aussies then finished strong with back-to-back 2-0 victories over the Bahamas and China, showcasing resilience and teamwork until the very end.
The team finished on 12 points, improving from 13th to 11th place, a commendable result given the tough start to the event. Entering as the 4th seed following stellar Singles performances, the team showed great determination to battle through the challenges of the Teams Matchplay format.
Congratulations to Malaysia and Philippines, who tied on top of the Women’s leaderboard with 33 points after both going 11-2 record throughout. Both teams dominated the group and will lead the charge into the knockout stages.
The conclusion of the Women’s Team Matchplay officially brings the 2025 IBF World Cup campaign for Team Australia to an end.
A big thank you to the International Bowling Federation and Hong Kong Tenpin Bowling Congress for hosting this year’s event. We also extend our gratitude to head coach Colin Linton, team manager Adam Hayes, and all the bowlers for representing Australia with class, determination, and pride throughout the competition.
We wish all federations competing in the knockout rounds the best of luck and high scoring as the event progresses.
SUNDAY, 12 JANUARY 2025
Men’s Teams Matchplay Recap – 2025 IBF World Cup
The men of Team Australia delivered an inspired performance on day two of the Teams Matchplay event, showing significant improvement in the second block. Despite their efforts, they narrowly missed qualifying for the next round.
The Teams Matchplay event follows the baker format, where team members alternate shots to complete a game, with each matchup between federations decided on a best-of-three game series.
Day One Recap:
On day one, the Aussie men struggled, picking up two wins out of six matches:
- A 2-0 win against the Bahamas in match two.
- A 2-1 victory over Denmark in match three.
Although the results weren’t ideal, the team understood the format’s nuances and entered day two with a positive mindset and determination to fight.
Day Two:
The boys started the day in perfect fashion, bowling against the bye, some big scores were had that boosted the confidence within the team.
After collecting the bye points, the team had back-to-back wins against New Zealand and Uzbekistan winning 2 games to one. A loss against Costa Rica, saw the team respond with a win against Qatar, before dropping a game to Kuwait in straight sets.
Entering the final match, the Aussies sat in 9th place on 18 points, tied with New Zealand. They needed a win against Singapore, coupled with a Germany loss to Costa Rica, to force a roll-off for the last spot in the top 8.
The Aussies battled Singapore, taking it to a third and deciding game but narrowly lost 200-204 in the final frame. Meanwhile, Germany, after a close matchup, secured their spot with a win over Costa Rica, ending Australia’s hopes.
Final Result Group Winners, Men’s Division
- Group A Winners: United States (11-2 record, 33 points)
- Group B Winners: Macao, China and China tied for 1st (10-3 record, 30 points)
While the men’s journey ends here, they can hold their heads high. Their resilience and fighting spirit exemplified the best of Team Australia. Well done, boys! 💚💛
What’s Next?
The Women’s Team returns to the lanes to complete their final six matches of Teams Matchplay qualifying. Despite a challenging first day where they only collected points only against the bye, the team sits only 6 points away from the cutline, with a strong chance to fight their way back into the top 8.
Schedule (AEST):
- 17:30–22:00: Women’s Group
Good luck and high scoring to the Aussie women as they fight to keep their World Cup dreams alive.
Our next update will come tomorrow morning with the results and a look ahead to the knockout stages.
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie! 🇦🇺🎳
Day Six: Teams Matchplay Continues – 2025 IBF World Cup
The second and final block of the Teams Matchplay event at the 2025 IBF World Cup begins today at Top Bowl in Hong Kong, China.
Team Australia returns to the lanes after a challenging first day, with both teams sitting outside the advancing cutlines. However, with multiple matches remaining, there’s plenty of time for a comeback in the unpredictable baker format.
Current Standings
Women’s Team
The Aussie women finished yesterday with 1 win and sit in 12th place with 3 points. With 13 teams competing, the top 8 will advance to the second round. Despite their position, the team is only two wins shy of breaking into the top 8, leaving the door wide open for a strong second block.
- Matches Remaining Today: 6
- Advancing Cutline: Top 8
Men’s Team
Competing in Group A, one of two men’s groups, the Aussie men ended the first block with 2 wins and 6 points, currently sitting in 11th place. The top 8 teams from each group will advance to the Round of 16. With just one win separating them from the teams three points ahead, the standings remain close and highly competitive.
- Matches Remaining Today: 7
- Advancing Cutline: Top 8 in each group
One of the great strengths of the World Cup’s point system is its unpredictability. Teams are never truly out of contention until the final game is played, ensuring excitement and uncertainty throughout the event.
Schedule (AEST):
- 11:10–16:20: Men’s Groups A & B (7 matches)
- 17:30–22:00: Women’s Group (6 matches)
We wish both teams the very best of luck as they fight to advance to the next round. High scoring and strong teamwork are key—let’s go, Aussies!
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie! 🇦🇺🎳
SATURDAY, 11 JANUARY 2025
Still no scores due to tech difficulties but we are told they are on the case 😔
We will update here when we can.
The good news? New Era Bowling is currently streaming the ladies in action. Click the below link to view the stream.
Day Five: Teams Event Begins – 2025 IBF World Cup
Welcome to Day Five of the 2025 IBF World Cup in Hong Kong, China!
Last night, the Singles event concluded in thrilling fashion, with this year’s champions crowned. Congratulations to Natasha Roslan (Malaysia) and Jian Chao Du (China) on taking home the gold medals in their respective divisions!
Final Placings – Singles Event:
Women’s Division:
- 🥇 1st – Natasha Roslan (Malaysia)
- 🥈 2nd – Birgit Noreiks (Germany)
- 🥉 3rd – Daphne Tan (Singapore) & Nora Johansson (Sweden)
Men’s Division:
- 🥇 1st – Jian Chao Du (China)
- 🥈 2nd – Rafiq Ismail (Malaysia)
- 🥉 3rd – Packy Hanrahan (USA) & Jaris Goh (Singapore)
Focus Shifts to the Teams Event
With the Singles event complete, Day Five marks the start of the Teams event. Round One has already concluded, with rankings determined by the performances in the Singles event.
The Teams event structure begins anew today with the second round.
Here’s how the competition will work:
- Points reset to zero: Teams start fresh in the Teams event.
- Round robin matches: Each team will play 13 matches within their group, each a best-of-three games format.
- Points allocation: Teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 point for a tie.
- Baker format: All matches are played in the baker format, emphasising teamwork.
- Qualifying: The top 16 teams with the highest points advance to the Round of 16 knockout phase.
- Finals: Semi-finals and finals will be best-of-five matches, held at Queen Elizabeth Stadium on specially erected QubicaAMF lanes.
What We Know So Far:
Schedule (AEST):
- 11:10 – 15:40: Teams Men Group A & B (6 matches)
- 16:50 – 22:15: Teams Women Group A (7 matches)
Women’s Division:
- The Women’s Team Matchplay Lane Draw is available in the Quick Links section of the hub.
- With 13 teams in the Women’s Division, the top 8 teams will advance to the next round.
Women’s Group
- Malaysia
- United States
- Sweden
- Australia
- China
- Philippines
- Germany
- Denmark
- Singapore
- New Zealand
- Peru
- Macao, China
- Bahamas
Men’s Division:
- The lane draws and group structure for the Men’s event have yet to be published but the team on the ground has the lane draw which confirms the group the Aussies are in.
- With 25 teams competing, there are two uneven groups of 12 and 13. The top 8 teams from each group will advance to the Round of 16.
The Aussies have been placed in Group A which consists of 13 teams as below:
Men’s Group A
- United States
- Singapore
- Australia
- Saudia Arabia
- Denmark
- Qatar
- Costa Rica
- New Zealand
- India
- Kuwait
- Germany
- Uzbekistan
- Bahamas
- Bye
Looking Ahead:
Tomorrow: Teams will return to the lanes to complete the second block of qualifying matches.
We’ll provide another update at the end of today to recap today’s performances and (hopefully) clarify the Men’s group structure.
Stay tuned for more action, and good luck to Team Australia as the Teams event gets underway!
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie! 🇦🇺🎳
FRIDAY, 10 JANUARY 2025
Last 16 Results – 2025 IBF World Cup Singles Event
Round 3 of the 2025 IBF World Cup Singles event, the Last 16, featured Australia’s remaining contenders: Samantha Clifton and Bernie Grueso Jnr. Here’s how they fared in their respective matchups:
Samantha Clifton (Australia) vs. Daphne Tan (Singapore)
A tightly contested opener went down to the wire. An open frame in the 9th from Samantha gave Daphne Tan an opportunity to take control. Daphne capitalised, sealing a 199–187 victory in the first match.
Samantha showed her fighting spirit in game two. With Daphne faltering on open frames in the 3rd and 5th, Samantha remained calm, cleaning up spares and surviving a late scare. She forced a decider with a 200–196 win.
The deciding game started with Daphne gaining an early edge thanks to two strikes in her first three frames, while Samantha kept pace with clean spares. Samantha’s strike in the 4th frame kept the contest close, but the lack of strikes in key moments left her trailing. Despite a shaky 10th frame from Daphne, her earlier momentum carried her to a 183–178 win.
Samantha’s performance was nothing short of resilient, battling to the very end against an experienced opponent. Be proud, Sam—you’ve made everyone at home proud!
Bernie Grueso Jnr (Australia) vs. Dan Agerbo-Ostergaard (Denmark)
Bernie started strong, staying toe-to-toe with the bowler from Denmark in a nail-biter. Unfortunately, a missed opportunity in the 10th frame left the door open for Denmark, who delivered three clutch strikes to edge out Bernie 216–213.
The second game proved challenging for Bernie, with open frames in the 2nd, 3rd, and 8th allowing the bowler from Denmark to take control. Dan Agerbo-Ostergaard cruised to a 215–159 victory, eliminating Bernie from the competition.
Bernie’s journey to the Last 16 was a fantastic achievement. Well done, Bernie—you’ve made us all proud!
What’s Next?
With the eliminations of Samantha and Bernie in the Last 16, Australia’s Singles campaign has come to an end. Attention now shifts to the Teams event, starting tomorrow.
The women’s competition will feature one group, with all teams playing each other in best-of-three matches. Matches will be played in the baker format, emphasising a total team effort needed to succeed.
Details for the men’s competition are still pending. Once the IBF releases the information, we’ll update the hub accordingly tomorrow morning.
The Teams event begins at 11:10 AM AEST with the men scheduled first.
A big congratulations to all Australian bowlers who competed in the Singles finals. Your performances have inspired us all, and we can’t wait to see what you bring to the Teams event!
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie! 🇦🇺🎳
Men’s Singles Top 32 Results – 2025 IBF World Cup
The Top 32 Men’s Singles round at the 2025 IBF World Cup is complete, with Australians Jordan Dinham and Bernie Grueso Jnr putting up thrilling performances at Top Bowl in Hong Kong. Both Aussies were pushed to three-game series, battling hard to keep their World Cup campaigns alive.
Jordan Dinham (AUS) vs. Napat Buspanikonkul (THA)
Jordan Dinham, who finished 2nd in Pool 1, Group D during qualifying, faced Thailand’s Napat Buspanikonkul, who entered as the 4th seed from Pool 2, Group A after finishing in a tie for third.
Jordan got off to a tough start, losing the first game 198–215, but came back with an explosive performance in game two. Opening with five consecutive strikes, Jordan secured a commanding 256–216 win to force a deciding third game.
In the final match, Jordan struggled to maintain his striking rhythm, losing 199–222 to the Thai bowler. Jordan’s Singles campaign comes to an end, but we congratulate him on his outstanding effort and composure shown throughout the event.
Match Scores:
- Game 1: 198–215
- Game 2: 256–216
- Game 3: 199–222
Bernie Grueso Jnr (AUS) vs. Matt Russo (USA)
Bernie Grueso Jnr, who edged into the Top 32 as the 4th seed in Pool 2, Group B, faced a formidable opponent in Matt Russo (USA), the top seed from Pool 1, Group C. Russo dominated qualifying with an impressive 36 points, the highest in the Men’s division earning him the top rank.
The first game was a nail-biter, with Russo narrowly taking the win 200–190. Bernie responded brilliantly in game two, starting with a turkey of strikes and cruising to a 219–188 victory. Riding the momentum into game three, Bernie bowled his best game of the series, securing a decisive 233–191 win to eliminate the number one seed.
Match Scores:
- Game 1: 190–200
- Game 2: 219–188
- Game 3: 233–191
Congratulations to Bernie, who advances to the Last 16!
What’s Next?
Samantha Clifton and Bernie Grueso Jnr advance to the third round, the Last 16.
Samantha will be taking on the Singapore bowler, Daphne Tan, while Bernie will be facing Dan Agerbo-Ostergaard from Denmark we believe but we are awaiting confirmation.
Let’s go Sam and Bernie!! 💪
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie! 🇦🇺🎳
Top 32 Women Singles results page is now live.
Top 32 Action Begins at the 2025 IBF World Cup
The Top 32 round is officially underway at the 2025 IBF World Cup in Hong Kong, starting with the Women’s Division.
Samantha Clifton (AUS) vs. Shannon Pluhowsky (USA)
Samantha Clifton, the 19-year-old rising star from New South Wales, entered the Top 32 after an impressive qualifying performance where she topped her group. Her first challenge in the finals was a matchup against the highly experienced Shannon Pluhowsky (USA).
At 42 years old, Pluhowsky is a decorated bowler with PWBA (Professional Women’s Bowling Association) experience, a 22-time member of Team USA, and a resume that commands respect on the lanes.
However, Samantha showcased composure and skill beyond her years, dismantling the experienced campaigner in straight set, two games to zero, 201-184 and 200-199. With this remarkable win, Samantha advances to the Last 16, where she will face Daphne Tan from Singapore who overcame Sin Li Jane (Malaysia).
🕒 The Top 16 is scheduled for 14:20–15:10 AEST today.
Congratulations, Samantha, on this fantastic achievement! 🎉
Emily Hart (AUS) vs. Peng Rui (CHN)
The 18-year-old Emily Hart from South Australia was the second Australian female to compete in the Top 32. Emily qualified tied for third in her group and faced Peng Rui (China), who finished 5th in Group A.
Emily fought valiantly throughout the match but couldn’t capitalise, having trouble with the right lane, ultimately falling to the Chinese bowler in straight sets.
While Emily’s Singles campaign comes to an end, her incredible effort throughout qualifying is commendable and has done herself proud, and she will now shift her focus to the upcoming Teams event. Well done, Emily! 💪
- 178-203
- 179-213
Men’s Top 32 – Up Next
The Men’s Top 32 round is about to begin, with Australians Bernie Grueso Jnr and Jordan Dinham set to represent Team Australia.
While official brackets are still pending………, here are the likely matchups we anticipate:
- Bernie Grueso Jnr (AUS) vs. Matt Russo (USA)
- Jordan Dinham (AUS) vs. Napat Buspanikonkul (Thailand)
Both Aussies appear to be on opposite sides of the bracket, meaning an all-Australian final is still a possibility!
We’ll share confirmed brackets and results as soon as they’re available. Stay tuned for updates!
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie! 🇦🇺🎳
Aussies Conclude Singles Qualifying & Gear Up for the Top 32
Day three’s night session marked the conclusion of the 2025 IBF World Cup Singles Qualifying as the final two squads took to the lanes, featuring Australians Chris Castle and Jordan Dinham.
Both bowlers gave it their all in their final seven games, aiming to secure a top-4 finish in their groups and advance to the Top 32 second round. Here’s how they performed:
Chris Castle – Pool 1, Group C
Entering the final block tied in 4th place with 12 points, Chris Castle was in a strong position heading into his last seven games.
Chris faced early challenges, narrowly losing his first two matches to India and Saudi Arabia. A bye in match three helped reset his focus, with Chris bowling an impressive 232 to collect much-needed points.
In match four, Chris claimed a hard-fought 168–154 victory over Malaysia’s superstar Rafiq Ismail, but consecutive losses to Peru and Kuwait in matches five and six made the cutline unreachable. Chris finished his campaign on a high note, dominating his final match against the Bahamas’ Sonith Lockhart.
Despite averaging higher and finishing with more pinfall than the top two bowlers in his group, Chris ultimately finished tied for 7th place with 21 points, falling short in the head-to-head format.
Performance Summary
| MATCH | OPPONENT | SCORE | POINTS |
| Match 1 | Ramachandraiah Kishan (India) | 167-185 | 0 |
| Match 2 | Bandar Alyabah (Saudia Arabia) | 200-203 | 0 |
| Match 3 | Bye | 232 | 3 |
| Match 4 | Rafiq Ismail (Malaysia) | 168-154 | 3 |
| Match 5 | Alejandro Ishiwaka (Peru) | 191-212 | 0 |
| Match 6 | Mostafa Almousawi (Kuwait) | 182-214 | 0 |
| Match 7 | Sonith Lockhart (Bahamas) | 202-154 | 3 |
Key Stats Final
| Points | 21 |
| Wins | 7 |
| Losses | 6 |
| HGS | 232 |
| Average | 197.6 |
| Total Pinfall | 2,569 |
Jordan Dinham – Pool 1, Group D
Following a near-perfect first block that saw Jordan Dinham finish on top of Group D with 15 points, he returned for the second block determined to secure his spot in the Top 32.
Despite a slow start with a low-scoring loss to Bermuda, Jordan quickly rebounded with four consecutive wins, securing his advancement with a commanding performance.
Jordan delivered a standout game in match four, bowling a 268–165 victory against Kuwait’s Adel Ali, his highest score of the tournament so far. He finished the block with five wins from seven matches, concluding the group stage in 2nd place with 30 points. Jordan now joins Bernie Grueso Jnr as Australia’s representatives in the Men’s Top 32. Congratulations, Jordan, on this achievement!
Performance Summary
| MATCH | OPPONENT | SCORE | POINTS |
| Match 1 | Ansel Ferguson (Bermuda) | 141-156 | 0 |
| Match 2 | David Maycock (Bermuda) | 215-170 | 3 |
| Match 3 | Jaris Goh (Singapore) | 193-191 | 3 |
| Match 4 | Adel Ali (Kuwait) | 268-165 | 3 |
| Match 5 | Bye | 192 | 3 |
| Match 6 | Ahmad Muaz (Malaysia) | 196-204 | 0 |
| Match 7 | Asgaralia Dhankot Shabbir (India) | 210-151 | 3 |
Key Stats Final
| Points | 30 |
| Wins | 10 |
| Losses | 3 |
| HGS | 268 |
| Average | 203.8 |
| Total Pinfall | 2,650 |
What’s Next?
The Singles Finals begin today, with four Australians advancing to the Top 32 bracket:
- Samantha Clifton and Emily Hart in the Women’s division
- Bernie Grueso Jnr and Jordan Dinham in the Men’s division
Matches will follow a best-of-3 format, starting with the Top 32 and concluding with the medal ceremony tonight.
Schedule (AEST):
- 11:10–11:55: Singles Women – Top 32
- 12:45–13:30: Singles Men – Top 32
- 14:20–15:10: Singles Men & Women – Top 16
- 15:40–16:30: Singles Men & Women – Quarterfinals
- 16:50–17:50: Singles Men – Semifinal 1
- 17:50–18:40: Singles Men – Semifinal 2
- 18:40–19:30: Singles Women – Semifinal 1
- 19:30–20:20: Singles Women – Semifinal 2
- 20:20–21:10: Singles Men – Final
- 21:10–22:00: Singles Women – Final
- 22:00: Medal Ceremony
Women’s Division Matchups
The bracket for the Women’s Top 32 is live, and the matchups are as follows:
- Samantha Clifton (13) vs. Shannon Pluhowsky (4) – United States
- Emily Hart (12) vs. Peng Rui (5) – China
The Men’s bracket is still pending and will be updated as soon as it’s available.
Good Luck, Aussies!
A huge congratulations to all four Aussies who have qualified for the Top 32. We can’t wait to see how far they’ll go in today’s finals. Let’s cheer them on for high scores and big wins!
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie!
Credit to abf-online.org for the photos.
THURSDAY, 9 JANUARY 2025
Day 3 Recap – Men’s Singles Qualifying Continues
Day three of the 2025 IBF World Cup in Hong Kong is underway, with the first half of Team Australia’s men completing their Singles qualifying.
All four Aussie men are back on the lanes today, competing in their final seven games to secure a top-4 finish in their groups and advance to the Top 32 second round. Here’s how Seth Gray and Bernie Grueso Jnr performed:
Seth Gray – Pool 1, Group A
After winning 50% of his matches in the first block, Seth Gray entered the final block hopeful to build on a successful first day.
Seth began and ended his block with strong performances, capturing 4 wins against bowlers from Denmark, Uzbekistan, India, and Hong Kong. Despite his valiant efforts, Seth finished with 21 points, placing him in 8th position, just 3 points shy of the group’s four-way tie for the final qualifying spots.
It’s an encouraging result for Seth in his debut at an open event, with more wins than losses and a steady performance throughout.
Performance Summary
| MATCH | OPPONENT | SCORE | POINTS |
| Match 1 | Tim Stampe (Denmark) | 201-165 | 3 |
| Match 2 | Adrian Tokashki (Peru) | 176-210 | 0 |
| Match 3 | Mukhtorov Olim (Uzbekistan) | 186-175 | 3 |
| Match 4 | Marco Moretti (Costa Rica) | 177-180 | 0 |
| Match 5 | Kris Prather (USA) | 178-258 | 0 |
| Match 6 | Sarda Dhruv (India) | 183-171 | 3 |
| Match 7 | Wu Wiu Hong (Hong Kong, China) | 212-209 | 3 |
Key Stats Final
| Points | 21 |
| Wins | 7 |
| Losses | 6 |
| HGS | 236 |
| Average | 188.5 |
| Total Pinfall | 2,451 |
Bernie Grueso Jnr – Pool 2, Group B
Bernie Grueso Jnr entered the second block tied in 3rd place with 12 points, and needed to lock in to secure a berth in the top 4 that would advance to the next round.
After a tough loss in match one, Bernie rebounded with three straight wins over bowlers from Peru, Puerto Rico, and New Zealand. Although a big loss to Germany’s reigning World Cup champion Paul Purps in match five momentarily halted his momentum, Bernie held his nerve and secured a critical draw in match six against India.
Heading into match seven, Bernie sat just 2 points shy of the cutline. Facing a must-win scenario, Bernie delivered an outstanding performance, defeating the Philippines’ Merwin Tan 240–200 to secure his spot in the Top 32.
Congratulations, Bernie, on this fantastic achievement!
Performance Summary
| MATCH | OPPONENT | SCORE | POINTS |
| Match 1 | Ibrahim Al Moraikhi (Qatar) | 190-212 | 0 |
| Match 2 | Kenny Kishimoto (Peru) | 262-192 | 3 |
| Match 3 | Edgar Burgos (Puerto Rico) | 212-186 | 3 |
| Match 4 | Blake Brooks (NZ) | 200-199 | 3 |
| Match 5 | Paul Purps (Germany) | 142-214 | 0 |
| Match 6 | Akaash Ashok Kumar (India) | 151-151 | 1 |
| Match 7 | Merwin Tan (Philippines) | 240-200 | 3 |
Key Stats Final
| Points | 25 |
| Wins | 8 |
| Draws | 1 |
| Losses | 2 |
| HGS | 262 |
| Average | 200 |
| Total Pinfall | 2,600 |
Women’s Singles Update – Top 32 Matchups
With Samantha Clifton and Emily Hart advancing to the Top 32, the rankings for the next round have been finalised.
The Aussies are on opposite sides of the bracket, keeping the dream of an all-Australian final alive! 💚💛
Top 32 Matchups (starting tomorrow):
- Samantha Clifton (13) vs. Shannon Pluhowsky (4) – United States
- Emily Hart (12) vs. Peng Rui (5) – China
All matches in the bracket are the best-of-3 matches as they aim to advance further in the competition.
The total bracket has been linked to the Quick Links section of this hub.
What’s Next?
Tonight, the focus shifts to Chris Castle and Jordan Dinham, who will complete their Singles qualifying with seven remaining games.
We’ll be back tomorrow morning with a recap of the boys’ performances and the start of the Top 32 Singles matches.
Schedule (AEST): (please note the schedule seems to be running behind time so the exact times will differ below).
- 17:20–19:10: Singles – Men Group C, Pools 1 & 2 (Chris Castle)
- 20:30–21:50: Singles – Men Group D, Pools 1 & 2 (Jordan Dinham)
Good luck to Chris Castle and Jordan Dinham as they aim to secure their spots in the Top 32. Let’s keep the momentum going!
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie!
Please note, an updated schedule was published by IBF today and has been linked in the Quick Links section.
Day 2 Night Recap – Women’s Singles Qualifying Complete
Team Australia’s women have completed their first-round Singles qualifying after finishing their second appearance last night at the 2025 IBF World Cup in Hong Kong.
Each of the four Aussie ladies returned to the lanes to build on their seven-game performances from Tuesday night. With only the top 8 bowlers in each group advancing to the second round (Top 32), the pressure was high, and matches went down to the wire.
Rebekah Martin – Group A
After finishing her first appearance tied in 8th place with 9 points, Rebekah Martin remained in contention heading into her final six matches.
Rebekah’s campaign began with a tightly fought match against Lauren Russo (USA), ending in a 214–214 tie, with both players earning one point. A series of victories followed against Singapore, the Bahamas, and Macao, showcasing Rebekah’s determination. However, losses in two crucial matches left her narrowly missing the cutline for the next round by just one win. She finished in 9th place with a total of 19 points.
Performance Summary
| MATCH | OPPONENT | SCORE | POINTS |
| Match 1 | Lauren Russo (USA) | 214-214 | 1 |
| Match 2 | Daphne Tan (Singapore) | 174-151 | 3 |
| Match 3 | Lea Degenhardt (Germany) | 153-169 | 0 |
| Match 4 | Janice Hoyte (Bahamas) | 157-145 | 3 |
| Match 5 | Gloria Celestina Chiu (Macao, China) | 195-172 | 3 |
| Match 6 | Jess Marginson (NZ) | 160-189 | 0 |
Key Stats Final
| Points | 19 |
| Wins | 6 wins, 1 tie |
| Losses | 6 losses |
| HGS | 247 |
| Average | 182.2 |
| Total Pinfall | 2,369 |
Samantha Clifton – Group B
After a phenomenal first appearance, where she topped Group B with 18 points, Samantha Clifton continued her hot streak, finishing tied for 1st place with Bryanna Coté (USA).
Samantha had a nervy start, with sub-200 games in her first three matches. However, she secured key victories over bowlers from the Bahamas and New Zealand. The highlight of her block came in match four—a thrilling showdown against reigning World Cup champion Bryanna Coté. Samantha’s clutch performance and clean finish secured a 228–222 win.
Samantha ended her block with a loss to Denmark and a win against the bye, accumulating 30 points. Although Bryanna claimed the higher seed due to pinfall, Samantha advances confidently to the Top 32 bracket.
Performance Summary
| MATCH | OPPONENT | SCORE | POINTS |
| Match 1 | Tara Johnson (Bahamas) | 191-154 | 3 |
| Match 2 | Li Yan Yang (China) | 145-197 | 0 |
| Match 3 | Jess Roberts (NZ) | 178-168 | 3 |
| Match 4 | Bryanna Cote (USA) | 228-222 | 3 |
| Match 5 | Cecilie Dam (Denmark) | 201-228 | 0 |
| Match 6 | Bye | 158 | 3 |
Key Stats Final
| Points | 30 |
| Wins | 10 |
| Losses | 3 |
| HGS | 257 |
| Average | 195.8 |
| Total Pinfall | 2,546 |
Bec Whiting – Group C
Entering her second block tied for 9th place, Bec Whiting faced tough competition but started strong with victories over the Bahamas and Shannon Pluhowsky (USA). Despite winning 4 of 6 games and finishing with 21 points, Bec was part of a four-way tie for two spots in the group.
A tiebreak roll-off determined the final qualifiers, but unfortunately, Bec’s 188 fell short against Pluhowsky (232) and Hui Tong (222), ending her Singles campaign despite a remarkable effort and strong pinfall throughout the event.
Performance Summary
| MATCH | OPPONENT | SCORE | POINTS |
| Match 1 | Camille Burnside (Bahamas) | 204-157 | 3 |
| Match 2 | Shannon Pluhowsky (USA) | 184-181 | 3 |
| Match 3 | Mika Guldbaek (Denmark) | 180-192 | 0 |
| Match 4 | Sarah Young (NZ) | 200-169 | 3 |
| Match 5 | Bernice Lim (Singapore) | 208-229 | 0 |
| Match 6 | Bye | 161 | 3 |
| Tie Break Roll Off | Shannon Pluhowsky (USA), Tong Hui (Macao), Yu Hong Zhang (China) | 188-232-222-213 | 0 |
Key Stats Final
| Points | 21 |
| Wins | 7 |
| Losses | 6 and loss in tie break |
| HGS | 226 |
| Average | 185.3 |
| Total Pinfall | 2,594 |
Emily Hart – Group D
Starting tied for 4th place, Emily Hart needed a strong performance to secure her spot in the next round—and she delivered.
Emily won 4 of her 6 games, including standout performances with wins against the talented Jillian Martin (USA) in a 194-183 win, and a 244–240 victory against overnight group leader Victoria Johansson (Sweden) in match four.
Finishing with 24 points, Emily tied for 3rd place and advances to the Top 32 bracket, a fantastic achievement for the South Australian bowler.
Performance Summary
| MATCH | OPPONENT | SCORE | POINTS |
| Match 1 | Jillian Martin (USA) | 194-183 | 3 |
| Match 2 | Cherie Tan (Singapore) | 197-192 | 3 |
| Match 3 | Sin Li Jane (Malaysia) | 161-232 | 0 |
| Match 4 | Victoria Johansson (Sweden) | 244-240 | 3 |
| Match 5 | Xynea Taylor (Bahamas) | 121-133 | 0 |
| Match 6 | Sofie Kaergaard Nielsen (Denmark) | 177-158 | 3 |
Key Stats Final
| Points | 24 |
| Wins | 8 |
| Losses | 5 |
| HGS | 244 |
| Average | 177.8 |
| Total Pinfall | 2,311 |
What’s Next?
The top 8 bowlers from each group now advance to the Top 32 bracket, where matches will be played in a best-of-3 format starting Friday. We await the final rankings to determine who Samantha Clifton and Emily Hart will face in the next round.
Additionally, these rankings will determine the groups for the Teams Matchplay event.
Today’s Schedule (AEST):
The men return to the lanes to complete their Singles qualifying, with all four Australians striving for a top-4 finish to advance to the next stage:
- 11:10–13:00: Singles – Men Group A, Pools 1 & 2 – Seth Gray
- 14:20–16:10: Singles – Men Group B, Pools 1 & 2 – Bernie Grueso Jnr
- 17:20–19:10: Singles – Men Group C, Pools 1 & 2 – Chris Castle
- 20:30–21:50: Singles – Men Group D, Pools 1 & 2 – Jordan Dinham
Current Standings
- Seth Gray sits tied in 7th place with 9 points
- Chris Castle tied in 4th place with 9 points
- Bernie Grueso Jnr tied in 3rd place with 12 points
- Jordan Dinham tied in 1st place with 15 points
Good luck to our Aussie boys—let’s finish strong!
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie!
Credit to abf-online.org for the photos.
WEDNESDAY, 8 JANUARY 2025
Day 2 Update – 2025 IBF World Cup
Day two of the 2025 IBF World Cup in Hong Kong is underway, with the final remaining men completing their first block of six games in Singles qualifying. Representing Australia today were Bernie Grueso Jnr and Jordan Dinham, who both put in strong performances before the women return to the lanes tonight to wrap up their Singles qualifying with six matches.
Like the men yesterday, Bernie and Jordan will return tomorrow for their second appearance, where they’ll complete seven games.
Bernie Grueso Jnr – Pool 2, Group B
Victorian Bernie Grueso Jnr started his campaign on a high note, taking on Chris Via of the USA, a Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) star, in match one. Despite an open frame to begin the game, Bernie bounced back in style with a 237–225 win, handing Via his only loss of the day.
Bernie maintained momentum with victories in his next three matches, including a high-scoring 239–201 win over Singapore’s Syahmi Nu’man. However, he struggled in his final two games, dropping matches to Mateo Gordienko (Costa Rica) and Tony Wong (Hong Kong).
Despite the tough finish, Bernie accumulated 12 points to sit tied for 3rd place in his group – a strong position heading into tomorrow’s second appearance.
Performance Summary
| MATCH | OPPONENT | SCORE | POINTS |
| Match 1 | Chris Via (USA) | 237-225 | 3 |
| Match 2 | Bye | 224 | 3 |
| Match 3 | Syahmi Nu’man (Singapore) | 239-201 | 3 |
| Match 4 | Bye | 181 | 3 |
| Match 5 | Mateo Gordienko (Costa Rica) | 152-177 | 0 |
| Match 6 | Tony Wong (Hong Kong) | 170-214 | 0 |
Key Stats
| Points | 12 |
| Wins | 4 |
| Losses | 2 |
| HGS | 239 |
| Average | 200.5 |
| Total Pinfall | 1,203 |
Jordan Dinham – Pool 1, Group D
Jordan Dinham delivered a stellar performance in Group D, finishing on top with 15 points after winning five of his six games. Jordan’s consistent form made him the top-scoring Australian male of the first block.
His standout match came in game two, where he posted an impressive 236–182 win over Keith Mark (Hong Kong). Jordan’s only loss came in match four against PBA star Packy Hanrahan (USA), in a close match that ended 250–231. Undeterred, Jordan closed out the block with two commanding wins to solidify his lead in the group.
Sitting alone at the top, Jordan heads into tomorrow’s final block of Singles qualifying in a fantastic position.
Performance Summary
| MATCH | OPPONENT | SCORE | POINTS |
| Match 1 | Ahmed Abualreesh (Saudia Arabia) | 171-132 | 3 |
| Match 2 | Keith Mark (Hong Kong) | 236-182 | 3 |
| Match 3 | Jorge Rodriguez (Puerto Rico) | 176-147 | 3 |
| Match 4 | Packy Hanrahan (USA) | 231-250 | 0 |
| Match 5 | Ivan Malig (Philippines) | 206-195 | 3 |
| Match 6 | Daiki Eda (Peru) | 215-181 | 3 |
Key Stats
| Points | 15 |
| Wins | 5 |
| Losses | 1 |
| HGS | 236 |
| Average | 205.8 |
| Total Pinfall | 1,235 |
What’s Next?
The Australian men will return to the lanes tomorrow to complete their final block of seven games in Singles qualifying.
Tonight, the Women’s Division wraps up their Singles qualifying with six matches each remaining.
Tonight’s Schedule (AEST):
- 16:50–18:20: Singles – Women Group A & B – Rebekah Martin and Samantha Clifton
- 19:40–21:10: Singles – Women Group C & D – Bec Whiting and Emily Hart
Streaming Update
IBF has confirmed that world.tenpinresults.com is the correct site for streaming, but due to technical difficulties, streaming is currently unavailable. We’re hopeful these issues will be resolved as the event progresses. We’ll provide a full recap of the women’s performances tomorrow morning and should have some information on how the women sit in the upcoming team’s event. Good luck to the ladies as they aim to finish in the top 8 of their respective groups.
Day 2 Begins – Women’s Division Recap
The Women’s Division completed their first half of Singles qualifying at the 2025 IBF World Cup in Hong Kong last night, with impressive performances across the board from Team Australia.
All four female athletes represented Australia to close out day one, with Rebekah Martin (Group A) and Samantha Clifton (Group B) starting the action. Unlike the men’s squads, the women completed seven games in their first appearance before returning for their final six games second block tonight.
In each group, the top 8 bowlers will advance to the Top 32 second round. Here’s how the Aussies performed and sit at the halfway mark:
Rebekah Martin – Group A
Victoria’s Rebekah Martin claimed her first win in match two, defeating Malaysia’s Siti Safiyah (184–163) – a significant victory, as Safiyah finished atop the group standings after the block with this loss being her only fault. A win against the bye in match three added another three points.
Rebekah’s highlight came in match five with a spectacular 247–161 win over Denmark’s Karen Kaergaard Nielsen, which featured six consecutive strikes from frame four onward. Despite some tough losses, Rebekah sits tied in 8th place with 9 points, keeping her in contention heading into the final six matches.
Performance Summary
| MATCH | OPPONENT | SCORE | POINTS |
| Match 1 | Marie Alexis Sy (Philippines) | 183-216 | 0 |
| Match 2 | Siti Safiyah (Malaysia) | 184-163 | 3 |
| Match 3 | Bye | 166 | 3 |
| Match 4 | Anna Andersson (Sweden) | 197-233 | 0 |
| Match 5 | Karen Kaergaard Nielsen (Denmark) | 247-161 | 3 |
| Match 6 | Rui Peng (China) | 166-188 | 0 |
| Match 7 | Maria Belleza (Peru) | 179-176 | 0 |
Key Stats
| Points | 9 |
| Wins | 3 |
| Losses | 4 |
| HGS | 247 |
| Average | 188 |
| Total Pinfall | 1,316 |
Samantha Clifton – Group B
In her debut open division event, Samantha Clifton delivered an outstanding performance, ending the session in 1st place with 18 points. After a solid 216 in her opening bye match, Samantha overcame an early loss with an incredible 257–246 win over Malaysia’s Gillian Lim, courtesy of six consecutive strikes.
She then built momentum, winning her remaining matches and averaging an impressive 206.4. Samantha heads into tonight’s final six matches in a commanding position but faces a challenging block that includes a matchup against 2022 World Cup Singles Champion Bryanna Coté from the USA.
Performance Summary
| MATCH | OPPONENT | SCORE | POINTS |
| Match 1 | Bye | 216 | 3 |
| Match 2 | Ariana Komt (Peru) | 192-220 | 0 |
| Match 3 | Gilliam Lim (Malaysia) | 257-246 | 3 |
| Match 4 | Janin Ribguth (Germany) | 187-168 | 3 |
| Match 5 | Krizziah Macatula (Philippines) | 185-170 | 3 |
| Match 6 | Shayna Ng (Singapore) | 190-178 | 3 |
| Match 7 | Veronica Dias De Souza (Macao, China) | 218-193 | 3 |
Key Stats
| Points | 18 |
| Wins | 6 |
| Losses | 1 |
| HGS | 257 |
| Average | 206.4 |
| Total Pinfall | 1,445 |
Bec Whiting – Group C
Facing tough competition in Group C, Bec Whiting averaged a solid 208.1 that made her the highest scoring Aussie for the day and holding the second highest pinfall for the group. With an incredible lineup of tough opponents, Bec currently sits tied in 9th place with 9 points.
While starting with a close loss to Malaysia’s Natasha Roslan (226–233), Bec secured three wins, including a critical victory over Macao’s Tony Hui (196–153).
Only two wins separate Bec from group leader Birgit Noreiks (Germany), and with a stellar pinfall, keeps her well within striking distance as she prepares for the final six matches to make the top 8 cut line.
Performance Summary
| MATCH | OPPONENT | SCORE | POINTS |
| Match 1 | Natasha Roslan (Malaysia) | 226-233 | 0 |
| Match 2 | Danielle Lazo (Philippines) | 209-189 | 3 |
| Match 3 | Yu Hong Zhang (China) | 225-247 | 0 |
| Match 4 | Jenny Wegner (Sweden) | 210-232 | 0 |
| Match 5 | Birgit Noreiks (Germany) | 194-246 | 0 |
| Match 6 | Tony Hui (Macao, China) | 196-153 | 3 |
| Match 7 | Hidemi Segami (Peru) | 197-190 | 3 |
Key Stats
| Points | 9 |
| Wins | 3 |
| Losses | 4 |
| HGS | 226 |
| Average | 208.1 |
| Total Pinfall | 1,457 |
Emily Hart – Group D
Another Aussie making her open division debut, Emily Hart displayed resilience, finishing the block with 12 points and sitting tied in 4th place. Despite a slow start, Emily found her rhythm, winning her final three matches, including a victory over China’s Lan Xu (188–175).
Emily’s wins, even without surpassing the 200-mark, keeps her within four points of group leader Victoria Johansson (Sweden).
Performance Summary
| MATCH | OPPONENT | SCORE | POINTS |
| Match 1 | Christine Rota (New Zealand) | 178-224 | 0 |
| Match 2 | Sophie Oshiro (Peru) | 163-175 | 0 |
| Match 3 | Qian Li (Macao, China) | 191-184 | 3 |
| Match 4 | Laura Beuthner (Gernmany) | 154-183 | 0 |
| Match 5 | Lan Xu (China) | 188-175 | 3 |
| Match 6 | Jelena Gella (Philippines) | 188-163 | 3 |
| Match 7 | Bye | 155 | 3 |
Key Stats
| Points | 12 |
| Wins | 4 |
| Losses | 3 |
| HGS | 191 |
| Average | 173.9 |
| Total Pinfall | 1,217 |
What’s Next? Today’s Schedule
- 11:10-12:40: Singles – Men Group B, Pools 1 & 2 – Bernie Grueso Jnr
- 14:00-15:30: Singles – Men Group D, Pools 1 & 2 – Jordan Dinham
- 16:50-18:20: Singles – Women Group A & B – Rebekah Martin and Samantha Clifton
- 19:40- 21:10: Singles – Women Group C & D – Bec Whiting and Emily Hart
Good luck to Team Australia as day two unfolds – let’s keep the momentum going!
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie!
TUESDAY, 7 JANUARY 2025
Aussies begin strongly at IBF World Cup
The 2025 IBF World Cup is officially underway, with the first two squads completing the opening half of their Round 1 Singles qualifying. Team Australia had strong representation on day one, with Victorians Seth Gray and Chris Castle taking to the lanes.
In this round, the male bowlers will compete in two appearances – six games in their first block and seven games in their second.
Seth Gray – Pool 1, Group A
In the first squad of Pool A, Group A, Seth Gray made his debut in an open division event wearing Australian colors. The young bowler impressed, winning three of his six matches to finish tied in 7th place at the halfway mark. He’s just one win (3 points) shy of the top-4 cutline needed to advance to the second-round Top 32.
Seth notched victories against bowlers from New Zealand and Malaysia, as well as collecting 3 points in a bye round. His standout performance came in his final game, where he rolled his highest score of the block – an impressive 236.
Performance Summary
| MATCH | OPPONENT | SCORE | POINTS |
| Match 1 | Josh Stretton (New Zealand) | 197-167 | 3 |
| Match 2 | Dennis Gruenheid (Germany) | 182-194 | 0 |
| Match 3 | Jay Leon Guerrero (Guam) | 197-214 | 0 |
| Match 4 | Talal Al Marri (Qatar) | 182-210 | 0 |
| Match 5 | Bye | 144 | 3 |
| Match 6 | Tun Hakim (Malaysia) | 236-194 | 3 |
Key Stats
| Points | 9 |
| Wins | 3 |
| Losses | 3 |
| HGS | 236 |
| Average | 189.67 |
| Total Pinfall | 1,138 |
Chris Castle – Pool 1, Group C
Following a late schedule change yesterday, Chris Castle was next to fly the flag for Australia in Group C. The experienced campaigner started strong, winning his first game convincingly, then securing maximum points against the bye before adding another victory.
Castle claimed wins against opponents from Uzbekistan and Singapore, finishing with a standout performance in the sixth match. He handed Denmark’s Mathias Ankerdal, who had been undefeated up to that point, his first loss with a solid 218-206 scoreline.
Chris ended his six games tied in 4th place with 12 points, leading a group of three bowlers on pinfall. This puts him in a strong position heading into his second appearance, where he’ll bowl seven games.
Performance Summary
| MATCH | OPPONENT | SCORE | POINTS |
| Match 1 | Abdurrokhim Abdujabborov (Uzbekistan) | 221-200 | 3 |
| Match 2 | Bye | 164 | 3 |
| Match 3 | Ivan Tse (Singapore) | 224-174 | 3 |
| Match 4 | Leving Samuels (Bermuda) | 208-215 | 0 |
| Match 5 | Jeremiah Camacho (Guam) | 192-199 | 0 |
| Match 6 | Mathias Ankerdal (Denmark) | 218-206 | 3 |
Key Stats
| Points | 12 |
| Wins | 4 |
| Losses | 2 |
| HGS | 224 |
| Average | 204.5 |
| Total Pinfall | 1,227 |
What’s Next – Women’s Division
The final two squads of day one belong to the Women’s Division, with all four Australian representatives hitting the lanes tonight. The women will compete in seven matches during their first appearance, with six matches scheduled for their second.
Please note that play is running behind schedule, so actual start times may differ.
Today’s Schedule (AEST/Brisbane time):
- 16:50–18:40: Singles – Women’s Group A & B, Pool 1 (7 matches) – Rebekah Martin and Samantha Clifton
- 20:00–21:50: Singles – Women’s Group C & D, Pool 1 (7 matches) – Bec Whiting and Emily Hart
Best of luck and high scoring to the ladies as they take on the lanes!
Stay Tuned
We’ll be back tomorrow morning with a recap of Team Australia’s performances, including highlights from the Women’s Division.
For all the latest updates and results, click the links located in the Quick Links section at the top of this hub. Additionally, streaming for the event is expected to occur on the Results page: world.tenpinresults.com. Stay tuned there for any live action.
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie!
It’s Go Time!
The wait is over!
The 2025 IBF World Cup kicks off today in Hong Kong, China, with the Singles competition taking centre stage.
The second edition of the International Bowling Federation (IBF) event kicked off officially last night with the Opening Ceremony. A total of 26 countries marched into the arena to be welcomed officially to the event from dignitaries.
Today, the real action begins on the lanes as Team Australia commences their 2025 IBF World Cup Campaign. First up is the Singles Qualifying event.
Following the Team Managers’ Meeting earlier this week, the pools and groups for each division have been finalised. You can access the full details through the Quick Links section on this hub.
Men’s Division
The Men’s Division is divided into two pools, each containing four groups. Each group consists of 14 bowlers:
- Pool 1 – Group A: Seth Gray
- Pool 1 – Group D: Jordan Dinham
- Pool 2 – Group B: Bernie Grueso Jnr
- Pool 2 – Group C: Chris Castle
Women’s Division
The Women’s Division features a single pool of four groups, with 14 bowlers in each group:
- Group A: Rebekah Martin
- Group B: Samantha Clifton
- Group C: Bec Whiting
- Group D: Emily Hart
The World Cup format emphasizes federation vs federation and bowler vs bowler matchups, offering a different structure from the Asian Championship events. Make sure to check the hub daily for updates on how the Aussies are performing.
Today’s Action – Round 1
The Singles competition starts today, with bowlers competing in one-game matches within their respective pools based on a pre-determined schedule. Points are awarded as follows:
- Win: 3 points
- Tie: 1 point
With the confirmation of registered participants at the managers meeting, the following has been confirmed:
- The top 4 men from each group after the first round of match plays (6 matches on first appearance, and 7 matches on second appearance) will advance to the Top 32 knockout rounds
- The top 8 women from each group after the first round of match plays (7 matches on the first appearance, and 6 matches on the second appearance) will advance to the knockout rounds.
- A best-of-five head-to-head elimination matches will be the format for the Top 32 men and women rounds before the field is cut to the Top 16, then 8 (quarter finals), 4 (semi-finals) and 2 (final).
- The Team event will comprise of two groups of men (A & B) over 6 matches on the first appearance, and 5 matches on the second appearance
- The Team event will comprise of two groups of women (A&B) over 7 matches on first appearance, and 5 matches on the second appearance.
- The Top 16 men and Top 16 women teams will proceed to the Round of 16 elimination round over best-of-five head-to-head match plays. The field will then be cut to Top 8 (quarter finals), Top 4 (semi-finals), and Top 2 (final).
- The Semi-finals and Final will be held at Queen Elizabeth Stadium on January 14.
Today’s Schedule (All times listed in AEST/Brisbane time):
- 11:10–12:40: Singles – Men Group A, Pools 1 & 2 (6 matches) – Seth Gray
- 14:00–15:30: Singles – Men Group C, Pools 1 & 2 (6 matches) – Chris Castle
- 16:50–18:40: Singles – Women Group A & B, Pool 1 (7 matches) – Rebekah Martin and Samantha Clifton
- 20:00–21:50: Singles – Women Group C & D, Pool 1 (7 matches) – Bec Whiting and Emily Hart
Notes
- The men will bowl 6 matches on their first appearance, while the women will bowl 7 matches.
- Bowlers will return for additional appearances in the coming days.
- Links to lane schedules are included in the Quick Links section of this hub
- The Schedule has been updated on the Quick Links to show the updated 6 January edition. Please be advised the schedule may alter throughout the event.
- Streaming – We are advised that streaming will occur and are still awaiting instructions for this. The Opening Ceremony was streamed on the TenpinResults results page last night, so keep an eye out there potentially. Once we are advised, we will let everyone know on the hub.
Leaderboard and Points
At the end of Round 1, an overall leaderboard will rank athletes based on their scores, contributing to the federation’s total points. All points earned in Singles directly impact Australia’s standing in the Teams Matchplay portion of the event.
We’ll post daily updates here on the hub before the start of play to keep you informed about progress and upcoming matches.
Let’s wish the Aussies the best of luck and plenty of high scores as they begin their 2025 IBF World Cup journey today!
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie!
MONDAY, 6 JANUARY 2025
Preview
Top Bowl at Kai Tak Sports Park
Since arriving in Hong Kong, the team has gotten used to the amazing facilities at the state of art Top Bowl, at the Kai Tak Sports Park in Kowloon, Hong Kong.
The venue has 40 lanes and has the following QubicaAMF bowling equipment in play for the event:
- Lane Surface : SPL Select Lanes
- Pinspotters : EDGE Free Fall Pinspotters
- Scoring System : BES X Scoring System
- Foul Detector : Radaray XLi
- Pins : AMFlite II – 3lb 8oz to 3lb 10oz
- Lane Dressing Machines: Kegel Atlas Pro
- Lane Conditioner: Fire and Ice
- Lane Cleaner: Defense C
You can check out more on the amazing Kai Tak Sports Park here
Credit to abf-online.org for the below images.
Welcome to Team Australia’s 2025 World Cup Hub!
We will strive to update this hub daily with updates from the team on the ground. Team Australia have safely landed in Hong Kong, China, over the past few days.
There has been some unofficial practice completed by some of the stars of the team in the past week but today things become a little more real as we inch closer to the action on the lanes beginning tomorrow.
Today’s Schedule
- 10:30-12:00 AEST -Lane Maintenance and Official Practice
- 9:00pm AEST – Opening Ceremony – Top Bowl Kai Tak Sports Park
Tomorrow the World Cup events begin for the team with the Singles event set to get underway.
Stay updated by visiting our hub each day of the Cup!
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie!
