The event took place in Birmingham in England from 11 to 20 October 1987.

Jansher Khan won his first World Open title, defeating Chris Dittmar in the final.

[1] Jansher Khan won the first of eight world titles.

Gamal Awad received a one-year ban for a physical assault upon the referee Paul Danby.

The assault took place during the first round match between Awad and Cerryg Jones.