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The MGI International Scrabble Classics is open to all scrabble players from all over the world.
Welcome to the MGI International Scrabble Classics 2025!
The second edition of the MGI International Scrabble Classics will take place at the Leonardo Hotel (formerly Jurys Inn) in Milton Keynes, England. This 4-day tournament, running from Friday, May 2, to Monday, May 5, 2025, will bring together Scrabble players from across the globe, competing for a total prize pool of approximately GBP 12,000. The main event will be preceded by an Early Bird tournament on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Winners in each division will also receive exclusive packages from our sponsor, FrontPage Couture (FPC).
Don’t miss the chance to showcase your skills on the global stage!.
Games
32 rounds for the main event, 7 rounds for the Early Bird (EB) tournament.
Divisions
Two divisions, with players eligible to play up if qualified.
Pairing System
Lagged Swiss and King-of-the-Hill (KOTH).
Lexicon
The tournament will use the CSW24 Collins Word List.
Challenge
5 points per word for all divisions..
Software
TSH.
Ratings
Ratings from WESPA and ABSP.
Rating Cut-offs
WESPA - 1500, ABSP - 150.
| Time | Early Bird | Main Event | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, May 1st | Friday, May 2nd. | Saturday, May 3rd. | Sunday, May 4th. | Monday, May 5th. | |
| 9:00 | Check-In | Round 9 | Round 18 | Round 27 | |
| 9:30 | Check-In | ||||
| 10:00 | Round 1 | Round 1 | Round 10 | Round 19 | Round 28 |
| 10:45 | Tea/Coffee Break | ||||
| 11:00 | Round 2 | Round 2 | Round 11 | Round 20 | Round 29 |
| 12:00 | Round 3 | Round 3 | Round 12 | Round 21 | Round 30 |
| 13:00 | Lunch Break | Round 4 | Lunch Break | ||
| 14:00 | Round 4 | Lunch Break | Round 13 | Round 22 | Round 31 |
| 15:00 | Round 5 | Round 5 | Round 14 | Round 23 | Round 32 |
| 16:00 | Round 6 | Round 6 | Round 15 | Round 24 | |
| 16:45 | Tea/Coffee Break | Prize Giving Ceremony | |||
| 17:00 | Round 7 | Round 7 | Round 16 | Round 25 | |
| 18:00 | Round 8 | Round 17 | Round 26 | ||
Compete for Glory & More
Discover the rewards on offer for the tournament's top performers, with cash prizes and special recognition for the best.
| Main Prizes (£) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Division A | Division B | |
| Champion | 2500 + ED Trophy | 1250 + Trophy |
| 2nd | 1250 | 750 |
| 3rd | 750 | 450 |
| 4th | 500 | 300 |
| 5th | 350 | 250 |
| 6th | 250 | 200 |
| 7th | 200 | 150 |
| Class Prizes (£) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Division A | Division B | |
| B 1 | ||
| B 2 | ||
| B 3 | ||
| C 1 | ||
| C 2 | ||
| C 3 | ||
| Spot Prizes (£) | |
|---|---|
| £20 each for Division A & B | |
| 1 | Highest bingo score |
| 2 | Highest non-bingo score |
| 3 | Highest game score |
| 4 | Longest word |
| 5 | Highest bingo with DANGOOR letters |
Memories
Experience the highlights and key moments from past editions of the MGI International Scrabble Classics.
Register now and be part of the MGI International Scrabble Classics 2025! Secure your spot
Registration & Fees
Secure your spot by completing your registration early and take advantage of special discounts and perks.
New tournament entrants and U-12 players receive a 20% discount on the registration fee. The registration fee covers;
| Timeline | Early Bird (£) | Main Event (£) |
|---|---|---|
| Register by December 31st, 2024 | 50 | 185 |
| Register by February 28th, 2025 | 55 | 195 |
| Register by April 18th, 2025 | 60 | 205 |
| Non ABSP members | Pay additional £5 | |
Essential Information
Discover essential details and answers to common questions to help you prepare and personalize your tournament experience.
Interested international players who need visa to visit the United Kingdom should register at the earliest possible time so that the organizers can help with visa invitation letter.
Only paid participants will be issued invitation letter.
For travel directions to the event venue, all players are advised to visit Leonardo Hotels.
Players can book their accommodation directly with the Leonardo Hotels. The playing room is located on the first floor, with lifts and wheelchair accessibility available.
Please note that the hotel does not have parking facilities, but paid parking is available nearby at 50p per hour during the day and free from 6pm to 7am.
Registered participants are eligible for a 25% discount on accommodation booking at Leonardo Hotel from April 29th to May 7th, 2025. Discount code will be sent with the registration confirmation email and can be activated at the time of booking on the Hotel's Website.
There will be full refund minus 10% admin charges for cancellation notice received by April 18, 2025. Registration fee shall be non-refundable for any cancellation notice received after April 18, 2025.
For room cancellations after booking at the Leonardo Hotel, please refer to the hotel’s cancellation policy.
Hall of Fame
Meet the current contenders and celebrate the champions of the MGI International Scrabble Classics.
Confirmed Players: The Contenders for 2025.
| SN | Name | Country | Early Bird | Main Event |
|---|
Reigning Champions: Leading the Legacy.
Join the Action at MGI International Scrabble Classics, 2025!
Sponsors & Partners
Meet the sponsors and partners who make the MGI International Scrabble Classics possible.
