The 2027 Derby City Classic 9-Ball Championship, featuring the WPA Players Championship, will feature $90,000 in total added prize money!

$40,000 Guaranteed Added Money – Available to all eligible competitors as part of the regular tournament prize fund.

$50,000 WPA Bonus Prize Fund – Available to players who complete both requirements:

1. Obtain a WPA Athlete License: wpapool.com/license

2. Complete the ADEL International-Level Athletes Education Program: adel.wada-ama.org/learn

Players must submit their ADEL completion certificate to anti.doping@wpa.sport.

IMPORTANT: A WPA license and ADEL certification are NOT required to compete in the Derby City Classic or receive regular tournament prize money. These requirements apply ONLY to the additional $50,000 WPA Bonus Prize Fund.

Players are encouraged to complete both requirements well in advance of the tournament.

9-Ball Begins: Wednesday, January 27, 2027

Location: Caesars Southern Indiana

WPA Licensing Questions: events@wpapool.com