[1] Kyren Wilson was the defending champion, having beaten Mark Williams 3–2 in the final of the previous invitational edition of the tournament.

John Higgins went on to win the tournament for the third time, beating Stuart Bingham 3–2 in the final.

Mark Williams was due to take part in this group, but withdrew and was replaced by Zhao Xintong.

Barry Hawkins was due to take part in this group, but withdrew and was replaced by Scott Donaldson.

Mark Selby was due to take part in this group, but withdrew and was replaced by Jordan Brown.

Neil Robertson was due to take part in this group, but withdrew and was replaced by Ricky Walden.

John Higgins won the Championship League for a third time, beating Stuart Bingham 3–2 in the final.