THE World Indoor Bowls Championships is coming to a grand slam finish!

The biggest event in the world returned to Potters Resorts in Great Yarmouth for two weeks of exciting action.

A man holding a blue trophy in front of a cheering audience.A huge amount of money can be won this yearCredit: Getty

Scotland’s made history last year as he became the first man to win the singles, men’s pairs and mixed pairs in the same championships.

But he’ll have to pass the mantle on to someone else this year.

What is the prize money for the World Indoor Bowls Championship 2026?

The winner of the open singles will walk away a whopping £50,000 richer.

The duo that wins the pairs title receive £20,000, which is split between the two players.

The breakdown of the prize money is:

  • Open Singles: £50,000
  • Women’s Singles: £50,000
  • Open Pairs winners: £20,000
  • Mixed Pairs winners: £20,000

When is the World Indoor Bowls Championship 2026?

  • The World Indoor Bowls Championships 2026 begun on Friday, January 9.
  • The tournament will conclude with the open singles final on Sunday, January 25.
  • Potters Resorts in Hopton-on-Sea will host.

Who won the World Indoor Bowls Championship winners last year?

Open Singles: Jason Banks

Ladies Singles: Julie Forrest

Open Pairs: Jason Banks and Michael Stepney

Mixed Pairs: Jason Banks and Beth Riva

Masters: Ian Bond