We are pleased to announce that the 3rd Sheikh Khalid Bin Hamad Al Khalifa Championship will be held from May 5 - 10, 2025 at Funland Bowl, Manama, Bahrain. The championship is sanctioned by International Bowling Federation (IBF), European Bowling Federation (EBF) and Asian Bowling Federation (ABF). The 3rd Sheikh Khalid Bin Hamad Al Khalifa is an Asian Ranking championship.
Bahrain is an archipelago of thirty-three islands in the Arab Gulf in the Middle East. It is located off the coast of Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Bahrain has a strategic location in the Arab Gulf, where much of the Western world's petroleum must transit to reach the open ocean.
The geography of Bahrain is mostly low desert plains. The government system is a constitutional monarchy; the chief of state is the King, and the head of government is the Prime Minister. Bahrain is a member of the League of Arab States (Arab League) and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
Qualifying Rounds will commence on April 29 to May 4 for local bowlers and May 5 onwards for overseas bowlers. The tournament Format, Prize Structure and Squad Chart can be downloaded here. Further information can be obtained from the Tournament Secretariat at Tel: +973 1782 2077, Fax: +973 1782 2055, email: bowlingbh@hotmail.com.
Poster of the 3rd Sheikh Khalid Bin Hamad Al Khalifa CHampionship
5-Star Crowne Plaza @ Bahrain (Manama)
The 18-lane Funland Bowl in Manama
Crowne Plaza @ Bahrain (Manama)
An elegant Bahrain business hotel in central Manama, with excellent restaurants, a Club Lounge and versatile Conference Centre facilities, Crowne Plaza @ Bahrain Hotel is in the heart of Manama's diplomatic area, close to many embassies, banks and legal firms, as well as city-centre shops, sights and the World Trade Centre.
Only 15 minutes by shuttle from Bahrain International Airport (BAH), the hotel is an ideal base for professionals or families who are visiting Bahrain's capital. It is close to Manama's seafront, home to the avant-garde Bahrain National Theatre and Bahrain National Museum, where you can see ancient Dilmun artefacts. Nearby Manama Souq is a traditional open-air market selling spices, jewellery and perfumes, while the cutting-edge Avenues Mall is one of the largest shopping centres in the world.
The official hotel is Crwone Plaza @ Bahrain (Manama). Distance between hotel and bowling center is 3.5km or 6 minutes drive. The rates are as follows:
| Room Types | Rates | |
| Single Room | US$140.00 | BD 52.00 approx. |
| Double Room | US$200.00 | BD 75.00 approx. |
Room rates are quoted in US Dollars, per room per night and includes:
- Visa fee.
- Flexible check-in and check-out times.
- Transportation to and from the airport.
- Full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
- Laundry service (3 shirts per day).
- Transportation between the hotel and the bowling center.
Crowne Plaza @ Bahrain (Manama)
1701 Manama Road
Block 317, Building No. 7
Manamam, Bahrain.
Telephone: +973 3205 3330
Thank you in advance for your support of our championship and look forward to welcoming you in May 2025.
Isa Taqi
Board Member - General Secretary
Bahrain Bowling Association
Secretariat
Bahrain Bowling Association,
P.O. Box 5872
Manama, Bahrain
Tel: +973 1782 2077
Whatsapp: +973 3205 3330
Email: bowlingbh@hotmail.com
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