A national gold masterpoint event – Sydney Spring Nationals 2026 (SN26) returns this October, bringing together players from across Australia and abroad, for what is expected to be the second largest event in the nation this year.
The scale means more than just a large field and more gold masterpoints; it means a diverse program with something for eve-y player – whatever your level of experience.
A flagship Spring tradition, SN26 will take place from Saturday 17 to Sunday 25 October at Canterbury Park Racecourse.
Highlights this year include:
- Teams and Pairs events – Novice, Restricted, Intermediate and Open categories ensure you can customise your program and compete with players at your level.
- Two mixed events offering Playoff Qualifying Points – recognising the popularity of the mixed format, the Gerda Stern Mixed Pairs returns this year, alongside the Gumby Lazer Mixed Teams.
- The Open Teams Championship – the double knockout format has been simplified and will run over three days for those who don’t make the semi-finals, incorporating a plate event but no shield this year.
- The return of Mini Monday – this popular initiative offers an introduction to congress play for newer players with a focus on learning and fun.
Spring Nationals is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the game by entering multiple events over the nine-day program. You can test your skills by entering higher level events than last year and sharpen your game comparing hands and recapping matches with fellow players.
But it’s also about more than just what happens at the table. It an opportunity to strengthen social bonds by reconnecting with friends, as well as meeting players from NSW and beyond. Sydney Spring Nationals is a backdrop to host club social events, drinks after play with fellow players, or spontaneous get togethers with new people you meet.
Coming from outside of Sydney?
Why not organise a club ‘road trip’ with fellow players and make it a bridge holiday? The venue includes ample free parking and there is lots of local accommodation including the nearby Comfort Inn & Suites where a special rate is available for SN26 players.
Find out more about this year’s tournament at MyABF and take advantage of the early bird discounted registration rate which is available until 31 August.
We look forward to seeing you at the tables in Sydney this October!
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