8–9 August
IPA Masters
For 2026, the Masters is included in the entry fees for both IPA Tour Professional and Elite Ladies players. The Elite Ladies Masters is a NEW event for 2026, and as is standard for the IPA, all prize monies are guaranteed and includes £5,000 of added monies to the prize fund!
Details
Format
Professional
Stage 1: 8 Groups of 8 players, Round robin races to 5
Stage 2: Top 2 from each group qualify for the knockout stages
Elite Ladies
Stage 1: 4 Groups of 6 players, Round robin races to 4
Stage 2: Top 2 from each group qualify for the knockout stages
Prize funds
The payout structure is as follows:
| Men's | Ladie's | 3rd Installment | 4th Installment | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winner | £6,000 | £1,000 | £450 | £300 | £1,500 |
| Runner Up | £3,000 | £500 | £200 | £750 | |
| Semi Finalist | £1,500 | £250 | £150 | £500 | |
| Quarter Finalist | £1,000 | £200 | £600 | ||
| Last 16 | £500 | £125 | £475 |
Polo tops
These will not be provided unlike previous years. Official playing tops can be ordered through the official provider Onboard Sportswear www.onboardsportswear.com and orders should be placed before the 31st January 2026 in order to receive your top at the 1st Tour. Any player not wearing an IPA logo on their polo top will have to forfeit their match.
If players are wearing their own tops, the IPA logo must be displayed on either breast side.
Personal sponsor logos are allowed up to a maximum of 4 logos. However personal logos that are in conflict with IPA sponsors/partners, will not be permitted to be worn on the live stream table/interviews etc.
Need the IPA logo? Download here.
Scoring
The IPA uses a system of live scoring via tablets, which are located at each table. It is imperative that these are updated immediately after a frame has finished. Deliberate failure to do so will result in possible disciplinary action.
Standards of behaviour
The IPA is the premier place for pool, and our events are held in the highest regard. We expect all players to conduct themselves appropriately at all times, especially during matches. Bad behaviour will be severely dealt with, through either a fine, or suspension from the Tour.
Sales
Pro Cup balls, and Strachan 861 cloth are often available at each of the Tour events. Speak to one of the IPA Team for more details.
Social media
We do ask players to share all posts that we put out on the IPA Facebook page and other social media platforms. It only takes a second and can provide huge benefits to the IPA in terms of increased awareness, higher profile etc, which makes us more attractive to potential sponsors.