The World Nineball Tour is thrilled to announce a landmark agreement with ESPN that will bring two of professional pool’s premier events — the 2026 Mosconi Cup (27-30 November) and the 2026 US Open Pool Championship (25-30 August) — to fans across the United States.
The agreement sees the Mosconi Cup and the US Open Pool Championship return to ESPN, marking a major milestone for professional pool in the United States.
Fans across the US will be able to watch every session streaming live on ESPN+ on the ESPN App on mobile and connected TV devices, as well as on WNT TV.
The 2026 US Open Pool Championship will take place from August 25-30 at the Embassy Suites in Frisco, Texas, before Team USA and Team Europe renew one of sport’s greatest rivalries at the 2026 Mosconi Cup from November 27-30 at the Caribe Royale Orlando in Florida.
Emily Frazer, CEO of Matchroom Multi Sport, said: “This agreement with ESPN is a significant moment for professional pool in the United States. The Mosconi Cup has a proud history with ESPN, and we’re delighted to see it return alongside the US Open Pool Championship.
“The recent US Darts Masters demonstrated the appetite for world-class Matchroom events on ESPN, with an electrifying atmosphere that captivated fans throughout the weekend. We’re excited to build on that momentum, and we’re confident pool will deliver the same energy, drama and entertainment for viewers this year.
“These are two of the biggest events in our sport, and together they showcase everything that makes professional pool so compelling – elite competition, incredible personalities and world-class entertainment. Partnering with ESPN allows us to reach new audiences while continuing to serve our loyal fans in the US.”
The US Open Pool Championship remains one of the sport’s oldest and most prestigious titles, attracting the world’s best players to compete for one of professional pool’s most coveted crowns.
Just three months later, the Mosconi Cup will once again captivate fans as Team USA and Team Europe go head-to-head in pool’s greatest rivalry. Renowned for its electric atmosphere and unforgettable moments, the event returns to American soil at the Caribe Royale Orlando, promising four days of world-class competition and drama.