EBF | European Bowling Federation

Dear EBF Member Federations, At the last Congress, the EBF Presidium was tasked with exploring the possibility of hosting a championship for athletes aged 65 and older, similar to what is done at the IBF level. Following discussions at our recent Presidium meeting, we are pleased to announce the introduction of the European Grand Senior Championships as part of the EBF championship program (ESC+). This new championship, open to athletes aged 65 and older, will take place every two years in even-numbered years (2026, 2028, etc.). The first edition will be hosted in Vienna from 30 January to 8 February 2026. Additionally, the European Senior Championships (for athletes aged 50 and older) will continue to be held every two years in odd-numbered years (2025, 2027, etc.). We hope this initiative will be warmly welcomed by our senior athletes, and we look forward to strong participation in both championships. Kind regards Valgeir Gudbjartsson President European Bowling Federation [...]

Valgeir Gudbjartsson

EBF Certifies Eden Superbowl as Europe’s First String Setter Bowling Center

The European Bowling Federation (EBF) proudly announces the certification of Eden Superbowl Bowling Center in Malta as the first string setter bowling center in Europe. Following a thorough inspection by an EBF Technical Delegate, the 20-lane center was confirmed to meet all standards outlined in the International Bowling Federation (IBF) Playing Rules. Equipped with Switch brand technology, compliant with IBF regulations, Eden Superbowl is now officially recognized as capable of hosting EBF Championships, European Bowling Tour (EBT) tournaments, and other international events. By accepting this certification, Eden Superbowl commits to maintaining its equipment and lanes to the highest standards throughout the certificate’s validity. Congratulations to Eden Superbowl! This achievement sets a new milestone in European bowling, and we look forward to seeing the center host prestigious tournaments in the near future. [...]

EBF Certifies Eden Superbowl as Europe’s First String Setter Bowling Center

MOTIV AIK International Tournament 2025

Valgeir Gudbjartsson

MOTIV AIK International Tournament 2025

The MOTIV AIK International 2025, the first tournament of the 2025 European Tour was held from the 26th of December 2024 until the 6th of January 2025 in Bowl-O-Rama bowling centre in Stockholm, Sweden. Total of 919 entries and re-entries were bowled during the duration of the tournament by 327 players, where of 60 were women. After three final steps it came down to three players. In the semi final, Pontus Andersson from Sweden, who qualified to the semi finals by one pin managed to beat Tomas Käyhkö from Finland with the score of 254 to Käyhkö‘s 207. In the final, Pontus again proved to be the winner by beating Leo Norgen, also from Sweden with the score of 237 to Norgren‘s 207. Norgren had a chance to win going into the 10th frame but unfortunately left a split to lose the game. This was the 4th EBT title for Pontus – congratulations Pontus! The winner of the women‘s ranking was Josefine Linderoth from Sweden, who finished in 8th place. The complete ranking after the 1st tournament of this year‘s tour can be seen here: Women | Men [...]

Valgeir Gudbjartsson

FM Mattsson Christmas Tournament

The FM Mattsson Christmas Tournament the last tournament of the 2024 European Tour was held from the 14th of December until the 22nd of December 2024 in Mora Parken Bowling in Mora, Sweden. Total of 367 entries and re-entries were bowled during the duration of the tournament by 135 players, where of 15 were women. After three final steps it came down to a four man elimination format. The four players, all from Sweden were Robin Ilhammar, William Svensson, Filip Wilhelmsson and Emanuel Jonsson. After the first game, Wilhelmsson was eliminated with the lowest score of 172. After the next game, Jonssson was eliminated with the lowest score of 184. Then in the final game it was Svensson that proved to be the winner with the score of 212 to Ilhammar‘s score of 209. This was William Svensson‘s first win on the European Tour! Congratulations William! The winner of the women‘s ranking was Anna Andersson from Sweden, who finished in 7th place. There was one change in the top 8 which was determined after this tournament, Tobias Hogdin from Sweden snuck into the top 8 and leapfrogged Teemu Putkisto from Finland who misses out on the top 8 EBT Masters next year. The complete ranking after the 14th and last tournament of this year’s tour can be seen here: Women | Men [...]

FM Mattsson Christmas Tournament

Mega-Xtreme Sofia Open 2024

Valgeir Gudbjartsson

Mega-Xtreme Sofia Open 2024

The Mega-Xtreme Sofia Open 2024 was for the first time included in the european tour. It was held in the Bulgarian capital of Sofia, from the duration of 28th of September until the 6th of October 2024 in Joy Station bowling centre. Total of 544 entries and re-entries were bowled during the duration of the tournament by 138 players, where of 12 were women. After four final steps it came down to a four man elimination format. The four players were Matyas Mnacko, Ondrej Trojek and Lukas Jelinek all from the Czech Republic and Luukas Väänänen from Finland. After the first game, Mnacko was eliminated with the lowest score of 178. After the second game it was Trojek that was eliminated with the lowest score of 177. Then it came down to the exciting final game between Jelinek and Väänänen, both players started with the front 8 strikes but then Jelinek made the first mistake only managing a 7 spare in the 9th frame, however he managed to strike out in the 10th frame to finish with 277. That put Väänänen in the lead going into the final frame where he only needed a 9 spare and 9 to win his first title. He managed to get 9 spare but then threw a bad shot and only managed to get 7 meaning that Lukas Jelinek from the Czech Republic was the winner! This was his second title on the European Tour after his win in the French Open last year. The winner of the women‘s ranking was Sarah Gamal from Egypt, who finished in 9th place. The complete ranking after the 13th tournament of this year’s tour can be seen here: Women | Men [...]

Valgeir Gudbjartsson

Passing of Lia Fevet

Dear friends, It is my sad duty to inform you that ESBC President Lia Fievet from The Netherlands has passed away yesterday. Lia was a good friend to many bowlers all around Europe and the World. She served the ESBC Organization as Secretary from 2007 till 2017 and as President since 2017. Our thoughts and feelings are with her husband Frans. We will always honour Lias memory. On behalf of the ESBC Presidium. Florian Fister Secretary European Senior Bowlers Committee [...]

Passing of Lia Fevet