Tom Schotte wins 10th Zonhoven Othello Open
3 May 2026The anniversary edition of the Zonhoven Othello Open attracted sixteen players to the Events Hall in Zonhoven. The participation of Welshman Elijah Everett added an international flavour to the field. There was also a good balance among the participants, with ten advanced players, one beginner and five promising players.
Advanced players
Tom Schotte was in a class of his own among the advanced players, claiming his first tournament victory of the season. Before the final round even began, the win was already secured, with a two-point lead over five players. They would battle it out among themselves for the remaining podium places.Ralph Reijnders defeated Elijah Everett (19–45), while Wouter Thijs came out on top against Nancy Darck (36–28). Dimitri Vaes, meanwhile, lost to Tom Schotte (10–54). In the final standings, Ralph Reijnders had the better tiebreak and therefore secured second place ahead of Wouter Thijs.
Pat Rine was the best among the beginners and promising players, with three wins. Beginner Wout Schotte, meanwhile, was caught off guard by both Sander Schotte and Pat Rine. Ferre Devriendt also finished on three points.
Belgian Grand Prix
Tom Schotte scores his first twelve points and takes the lead for the first time this season. Ralph Reijnders is just two points behind. Brecht Van Damme, in third place, is already nine points off the lead.Sacha Burnay scores three additional points, bringing his total to eight. Sverre Reunes and Ferre Devriendt both have five points.