Formerly, it was called the European Pool Masters (until 1995) until players from other parts of the globe were invited.
Throughout much of its history, the tournament has been featuring sixteen world-class pool players, competing in single-elimination format.
[1] In 2011, the tournament reverted to the original 16-player single-elimination format, with each match a race-to-8, winner breaks.
The 2011 edition was held in SM North EDSA Mall in Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines.
Ralf Souquet of Germany won the said tournament for the record-setting sixth time, beating defending champion Dennis Orcollo of the Philippines, 8–5.