The 2026 Lekki Scrabble Classics got off to a thrilling start on Saturday, with top-ranked player Abdulmumeen Jimoh surging to the top of Division A. Jimoh secured 10 wins from the opening 11 rounds, dropping only one game in Round 9. His impressive performance earned him a substantial +1029 points, giving him a significant lead over his competitors. Olufemi Gbadebo was one of the players who managed to defeat Jimoh, winning 462-376 before Jimoh recovered with two more wins.
Jimoh's closest rival in Division A is Anthony Odok, who is second-placed with 8 wins and 3 losses. Odok is part of a group of eight players who are closely bunched in the standings, with varying cumulative points separating them. Meanwhile, African champion Oluwatimilehin Doko is part of the next set of eight players, with 7 wins and 4 defeats. The competition in Division A is fierce, with several players still in contention for the top prize.
In Division B, Babatunde Adeagbo is leading the pack with 10 wins and a single defeat. He is ahead of 111 players in the division, which is a significant achievement. The Lekki Scrabble Classics has attracted a large and talented field of players, with several competitors vying for top honors in their respective divisions.
One of the new features of this year's championship is the Children Category, which has added a fun and exciting element to the event. The young players have been engaging with each other in a calm and comfortable atmosphere, learning the rules of organized Scrabble and competing with enthusiasm.
According to Engr. Samuel Anikoh, President of the Lekki Scrabble Club, the first day of the Lekki Scrabble Classics has been a success. Despite a late start due to the Lagos State monthly environmental exercise, the event has been well-organized and competitive. Anikoh expressed his satisfaction with the level of camaraderie among the players and the excitement generated by the games.
Anikoh also praised the young players in the Children Category, saying that it has been wonderful to see them having fun while playing Scrabble. He noted that the event has been living up to expectations, with a high level of competition and sportsmanship among the players. The President looks forward to an exciting conclusion to the event on Sunday.
The Lekki Scrabble Classics will conclude on Sunday with seven rounds of games. The players will battle it out for the top prizes in their respective divisions, with the competition expected to be fierce. The event has been a resounding success so far, and Scrabble fans are eagerly anticipating the outcome.
Key points
- Abdulmumeen Jimoh leads Division A with 10 wins and +1029 points
- Babatunde Adeagbo tops Division B with 10 wins and a single defeat
- The Lekki Scrabble Classics concludes on Sunday with seven rounds of games
