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Battle for a Cause
Nov 10, 2016

Battle for a Cause

We held the first ever "Battle on the Lanes" at this year's Bowling World Cup. This was a fun team event, that separated selected players into four regions from around the globe where they could battle it out on the bowling lanes. Besides bragging rights, $500 for charity was on the line for the winning squads!
2016 Bowling World Cup Award Winners
Nov 04, 2016

2016 Bowling World Cup Award Winners

Following up another great year at the QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup, we take the time to recognize all of our major winners from the tournament. We share the winners of the top men and women bowlers, the high game awards and the prize for top country.
Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year
Oct 24, 2016

Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year

The last act of the 52nd QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup was to honor the Sportsman and Sportswoman of the tournament. Selected among their own competitors, Lauriane Celie of France and Mohammad al-Masri of Jordan were recognized.
Simply the Best
Oct 22, 2016

Simply the Best

The finals were held in one of the most impressive arenas ever to stage the QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup. We hope to immerse you in to the moment we experienced, watching the making of champions of the 52nd QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup.
The Final Four
Oct 22, 2016

The Final Four

And now it is time for the grand finale. The final four for for each division of #52BWC has determined and we are ready to see who will become our World Champions!
The Elite 8
Oct 21, 2016

The Elite 8

We share the top 8 of the tournament as we finish day 5 of the 52nd QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup. The real focus was on the last spot of the final 8, with Chris Sloan of Ireland making a 22nd to 5th place leap. Perhaps the greatest move upward in the history of the World Cup.
The Cut to the Top 24
Oct 20, 2016

The Cut to the Top 24

After 20 grueling games, we finally reach the cut for the top 24 of the 52nd QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup. Local favorite Wang Hongbo is still in the lead on 4247. Bernice Lim of Singapore still holds the lead with 4470, but Danielle McEwan of USA is close behind in second with 4345
More than a Tournament...The Bowling World Cup
Oct 20, 2016

More than a Tournament...The Bowling World Cup

What is the QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup? Some say it's the largest international sports championship, but there is more that meets the eye. It's an event that creates diversity, life-long friendships and even love.
Day 3 and Women Were on Dawn Patrol
Oct 19, 2016

Day 3 and Women Were on Dawn Patrol

After 3 days, Bernice Lim of Singapore is in the lead with 3349, and a 223 average. For the men, local China representative, Wang Hongbo, leads the way with 3220.
A Game for All Seasons
Oct 19, 2016

A Game for All Seasons

Bowling's Diversity Showcased in Shanghai
Oct 19, 2016

Bowling's Diversity Showcased in Shanghai

Beyond their shared passion for the sport of bowling, the hobbies and careers of bowlers are as diverse as their ages and home cities from which they travel in pursuit of the coveted title of Bowling World Cup Champion.
Day 2 Recap at the52nd  QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup
Oct 18, 2016

Day 2 Recap at the52nd QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup

As Day 2 comes to an end, we highlight all important items you may have missed. Find out who is in the lead for each group, and other exciting news from the 52nd QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup.
Host of 52nd Bowling World Cup: Hao's Bowling Center
Oct 17, 2016

Host of 52nd Bowling World Cup: Hao's Bowling Center

Selected as the host of the 52nd QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup, Hao's Bowling is part of something larger. Learn about the larger than full scale sports complex that encompasses the bowling center.
Libya to Tunisia: Story of Redha al Fezzani
Oct 18, 2016

Libya to Tunisia: Story of Redha al Fezzani

Redha al Fezzani bowls for Libya, but there is more to the story that meets the eye. Check out his amazing story and how he overcame the Revolution in his home country of Libya and stands here today.
Kiwis on Tour
Oct 18, 2016

Kiwis on Tour

One of the great appeals of the QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup is that our bowlers get to visit a new international destination each year. We take a look at the unique experience of Sarah Young from New Zealand, and her Chinese travels before the tournament.
Focusing on the Task at Hand
Oct 16, 2016

Focusing on the Task at Hand

After a long day of practice, we are ready to start the first round of the 52nd QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup.
Russia Holds Men's Lead After Round 1
Oct 17, 2016

Russia Holds Men's Lead After Round 1

Following the first two blocks of the Men’s Round 1, Yan Korshak of Russia leads the way in the men’s section of the 52nd QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup in Shanghai.
The U.S. Leads the Way for Women on Day 1
Oct 17, 2016

The U.S. Leads the Way for Women on Day 1

Danielle McEwan of the USA is in the lead in the women’s section of the 52nd QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup in Shanghai after the first block of five games. Danielle has played in the event twice before, coming 4th both times.
52nd QubicaAMF World Cup Officially Opened
Oct 16, 2016

52nd QubicaAMF World Cup Officially Opened

Saturday marked the official start of the 52nd QubicaAMF World Cup. With the banging of the ceremonial drum and parade of 83 competing countries the tournament is under way!
The Calm After the Storm
Oct 15, 2016

The Calm After the Storm

We dive in to get a first-hand interview with our participants from the Bahamas, and understand what they and their country had to go through before arriving at the 52nd QubicaAMF Bowling World Cup.
Bowling World Cup Lanesman Gerry Barrett - interview
Oct 06, 2016

Bowling World Cup Lanesman Gerry Barrett - interview

How did I get started in Bowling?. By accident, I took my car for an MOT and walked into a bowling centre next door for a coffee . One of the managers I had worked for before suggested there was a job that I would enjoy (GX Super Bowl Stevenage ) and it's been onwards and upwards ever since.
Iraq’s Shant Panos Tomassian - interview
Oct 04, 2016

Iraq’s Shant Panos Tomassian - interview

“In World Cup 50 in Poland I felt like a very awesome person on the final night in the tournament. When I got my reward for sportsman of the year I was fooled at that moment while I was taking photos on the stage near by to the champ Chris Barnes and Clara Guerrero and suddenly I heard my name.”
Slovenia's Anze Grabrijan interview
Oct 01, 2016

Slovenia's Anze Grabrijan interview

Preparations for the World cup are underway, most of the time I spend it in bowling alley, one of the most important things will also be my physical condition so I'm working hard on that as well. I will try to play few tournaments up until the World cup just to stay competitive and sharp.
Iliana Lomeli and Emmanuel Buenrostro: from Mexico to Shanghai
Sep 19, 2016

Iliana Lomeli and Emmanuel Buenrostro: from Mexico to Shanghai

The 2016 QubicaAMF Copa Mexico, Mexican Qualifying tournament finished with outstanding participation. A record number of bowlers participating in the tournament making it the highest in the last 10 years!
Bulgaria’s Marina Stefanova Interview
Sep 23, 2016

Bulgaria’s Marina Stefanova Interview

“I loved bowling from the very first game. I started in September 2001. Bowling has become my Lifestyle . I did not see my daughter for many years, Bowling helped me to survived all the time without her , bowling gave me purpose for existence.”
Two time champion Aumi Guerra - Interview
Sep 09, 2016

Two time champion Aumi Guerra - Interview

Two players could make it three Bowling World Cup wins. One of course is defending champion Clara Guerrero, the other is the amazing Aumi Guerra from the Dominican Republic.
Lisanne Breeschoten from The Netherlands Interview
Sep 07, 2016

Lisanne Breeschoten from The Netherlands Interview

Lisanne Breeschoten is super fit. She runs over 30 Kilometers a week and before Shanghai, she will run in her first half marathon. On the lanes, she is deadly.
Sweden’s Jenny Wegner Interview
Aug 30, 2016

Sweden’s Jenny Wegner Interview

“To be a bowler you have to work really hard when it comes to your technical game and make sure that you feel confident in your physical ability before you step onto the lanes.”
Sloan Ranger rides to Shanghai
Aug 08, 2016

Sloan Ranger rides to Shanghai

One player to watch this year is going to be Ireland’s Chris Sloan. A young pro shop operator now living in Sweden and an amazingly talented two hander. He is much travelled in all the World zones, gaining experience year on year and will be a contender in Shanghai.
Pakistan's Ijaz Rehman interview
Aug 19, 2016

Pakistan's Ijaz Rehman interview

Ijaz Rehman from Pakistan loves bowling, he loves to play it and he loves to support it. Part of the Pakistan Federation Ijaz works tirelessly trying to promote the sport in his country.