Open Competition at Pinfest 2025

[Wayne J]

So those that want wppr points step up and pledge your machines for the duration.
Every year my games go by request for comps even though I've long since retired from comps.
Big Phil says he's down on pledges, come on People, step up.

And yet, none of the most vocal have pledged.

 

[Gonzo]

Just to chime in, I haven't got a scooby about this points stuff but from what I can gather, if the tournament has a few more games and goes on a bit longer it would help UK players climb the rankings internationally?

If it helps oil the wheels I'm happy to pledge Jaws to the competition and don't care how long it goes on for. Also, me and my son will happily collapse the other games down on the Sunday evening and help other donators load up vans etc.

 

[Big Phil]

I like you, Kris. Always have. Always will.

 

[Wayne J]

As Tim said previously, we have been working in the background to try and accommodate the suggested changes and making this the biggest and best Pinfest comp it possibly can be.

It has now been confirmed by the IFPA that Pinfest Open 2025 is a certified competition. Meaning it will have a 125% boost added to the WPPR pts.

IF we get over 128 rated players this boost will increase to 150%. Last year we had 120 rated players. (Rated players are players that have competed in at least 5 IFPA competitions).

Based on last year, this will give a potential WPPR haul for the winner of 116 pts. Obviously, the more players that compete, and the more highly ranked they are that will increase the pts available.

So you know what to do, spread the word and get as many people here as possible, along with machines

 

[Jackpot]

Thanks @Wayne J , @strobey, @Big Phil and all involved. This sounds great

Appreciate the donors as well for accommodating this.