Dubai: The UAE Billiards Federation has announced the opening of registration for two sanctioned tournaments of the Middle East Q Tour, which serve as qualifiers for the World Snooker Tour (WST). The two events are scheduled to be held in Dubai in January 2026.

According to Emirates News Agency, Dubai previously hosted two tournaments of the same tour last September, attracting 60 players representing 11 countries. The Federation has outlined that the third tournament will take place from 20 to 23 January, while the fourth tournament is set for 24 to 27 January.

The Federation also stated that both tournaments will be played in the Open category and are open to players of all nationalities. The winners of these events will qualify for the final stages of the World Snooker Tour, providing an opportunity for players to advance on the global snooker stage.