Norfolk hosts World Indoor Bowls Championships for 25th year running

The Open Singles final gets underway from 2pm, today

Author: Tom ClabonPublished 22nd Jan 2023

For the 25th year running, the curtain on The World Indoor Bowls Championships is down in Norfolk

The winner of ladies singles' already been decided, along with the winner of the under 25s category.

But there's still plenty more to come from Potter's Resort in Hopton, with the Champion of Champions finals getting underway at 9:30am.

While the Open Singles final gets underway from 2pm.

"The social hub of the circuit is fabulous"

Marc Jones, is the Director at Potters Resort.

He says it's been quite the tournament:

"I think we have seen newcomers and qualifiers get a lot further in the competition than they ever have before."

He has this message for those who are interested in giving it a go:

"Indoor clubs are all over the country and they are very welcoming. Give them a ring, and they will be delighted to show you what they are about.

"It's a very democratic sport where anyone is welcome to come and play. It's cheap to get involved in and very welcoming. The social hub of the circuit is fabulous."

"This is the home of the World Championships"

Tom Weir is World Bowls Tour tournament director.

"It's great to be back after the two years of Covid restrictions. This year we are back to full capacity, with all the oversees players here as well.

"It's good to get back to normal, good for Potter's Resort and the sponsors. This is the home of the World Championships and they all look after us very, very well".

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