Karachi: The inaugural edition of Shangrila Scrabble Champions Trophy will be played at Arts and Science Academy from October 5 to 7.
The Champions Trophy will see Pakistan’s top 26 players competing for top honors. The 26 players will qualify to compete in the tournament on the basis of their national ratings.
Pakistan Scrabble Association (PSA) is organizing the event. According to PSA, at least five current and former national champions are in the race for the title.
A total of 27 games will be played over three days and the winner will be awarded the trophy.
The tournament has been arranged to give practice for the players ahead of the World Scrabble Championship, which is scheduled to be held in Torquay, England from October 20 to 28.