Lausanne, July 20th 2024.
Press Release
Union Mondiale de Billard (UMB), the world governing body of Carom Sport under the flag of the International Olympic Committee, and Caromball.com, the most realistic video game for carom billiards enthusiasts, are thrilled to announce a landmark partnership. This collaboration aims to introduce e-sport competitions in the carom billiards industry, and thus enhancing the development of the sport.
As part of this partnership, Caromball.com and the UMB will work closely to promote the growth of billiards on a global scale through innovative digital initiatives, engaging online competitions, and strategic marketing efforts. By combining Caromball.com's expertise in online platforms with the UMB's rich heritage and influence in the billiards community, this alliance is set to elevate the sport to new heights and inspire a new generation of billiards enthusiasts.
"We are thrilled to partner with Caromball to widen the community of e-carom billiards players and create unforgettable experiences for players and fans worldwide," said Farouk Barki, President of the UMB.
“The introduction of carom billiards in the circle of sports converting to e-sports will promote our sport and attract younger players”, added Fernando Requena, the Vice President of the UMB.
The partnership between Caromball.com and the UMB is set to introduce a series of online tournaments in 2025 and culminate in the inaugural "UMB e-Carom World Championship" in 2026, offering a platform for all players to showcase their skills in a global competition.
"This strategic alliance marks a significant milestone for our organization and reaffirms our unwavering dedication to advancing the sport through innovation and passion," shared Jean-Michel Fray, CEO of Caromball. "We are actively seeking sponsors to join us on this pioneering journey."
For more information about Caromball.com and UMB, and to stay up to date on upcoming initiatives and events, visit caromball.com and umb-carom.org.
Contact:
Clotilde FRAY Fernando REQUENA
Business Development Manager Vice President of UMB
Caromball.com frequena@umb-carom.org
https://www.linkedin.com/in/clotilde-fray-05922547/
