Get ready, Iloilo—billiards history is about to unfold.
The 2nd Mayor Stephen Palmares 9-Ball Invitational Championship, running December 5-7, 2025, in Passi City, will bring together the fiercest talent in the sport, from seasoned Hall of Famers to the rising stars of the cue world.
Fans can expect jaw-dropping shots and fierce rivalries as legends like Efren “Bata” Reyes, Francisco “Django” Bustamante, Ronato “Volcano” Alcano, and Jonas “The Kid” Magpantay take the table, alongside Chezca Centeno.
The tournament field is stacked with elite competitors: Johann Chua, Kyle Amoroto, Warren Kiamco, Antonio Lining, AJ Manas, Ramil Gallego, Basith “Kingpin” Mocaibat, Jeffrey Ignacio, Lee Vann Corteza, RJ Bautista, Jarry Pelayo, Jomel Sultan, Jaybee Sucal, Val Pajuay, and defending champion Michael Feliciano.
With a P1 million prize fund, including P400,000 for the champion, the stakes are high, and every break counts. “I will do everything I can,” vowed Hall of Famer Reyes, adding a personal touch to the competition as he gears up for another showdown in a career already filled with legendary moments.
The three-day spectacle, sanctioned by the Games and Amusement Board (GAB) under Chairman Atty. Francisco Rivera, will be overseen by Tournament Director Ramon Mistica, promising flawless execution and thrilling matchups.
