At the International Bowling Federation World Cup held in Brunnthal, Germany, the Bermuda team’s performance improved dramatically, leaping from 30th to 17th place on the provisional overall standings. The surge was largely thanks to Anthony Hayward’s solid singles showing.

In Group C, Pool 1, Hayward finished in seventh place, earning 16 points from his 11 games. He rolled a total of 1,930 pins, with his best game scoring 217. His consistency across the tournament helped push Bermuda higher on the leaderboard.

The jump in ranking is a significant moment for Bermuda’s bowling program, highlighting the growing competitiveness of the island’s athletes on the world stage. Officials note that the results could improve Bermuda’s prospects for future international events and help attract more support for local bowling clubs.

While the provisional standings are still subject to change, the 13‑spot climb demonstrates that Bermudian bowlers are making their mark abroad. The IBF World Cup will continue for several more days, giving teams a chance to further refine their positions.

Bermuda’s sports community will be watching closely as the tournament progresses, hoping for continued momentum and potential qualification for upcoming global competitions.