International Croquet Cup 2026
Join us for the Sugar Beach International Croquet Cup 2026, where elegance meets excellence on the lawn. This prestigious event takes place from March 16th to March 20th, 2026, at the glamorous Sugar Beach. The competition promises thrilling matches, including doubles and singles competitions, masterclasses, and social events.
Tournament Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival Day - Sunday 15th March 2026
Check-in at Sugar Beach. Get settled into your room and have a dip in the pool. Croquet lawns open for practice. Welcome cocktail at The Deck followed by welcome dinner at Le Patio.
Day 2 - Doubles Competition - Monday 16th March 2026
Doubles competition blocks followed by doubles knockouts. Drinks on the lawns during the final. Team Dinner at Le Patio.
Day 3 - Masterclass & Singles Blocks - Tuesday 17th March 2026
GC Masterclass with Jenny Clarke. Singles qualifying blocks A & B. Players from other groups can explore the hotel or go for a round of golf at Tamarina Golf Club. Dinner at Buddha-Bar Beach.
Day 4 - Singles Blocks - Wednesday 18th March 2026
Singles qualifying blocks C & D, followed by singles qualifying blocks E & F. Mauritian Night at Le Patio.
Day 5 - Singles Finals - Thursday 19th March 2026
Plate playoffs followed by knockout finals and the grand final. Prize-giving and drinks on the lawns. Gala dinner at Maré Maré Beach Restaurant.
Day 6 - Departure day - Friday 20th March 2026
Relax by the pool, lunch at Le Patio and soak up the last moments at Sugar Beach.
Accommodation and Dining
Stay in a Deluxe Sea-view room at Sugar Beach and enjoy our all-inclusive package that includes dining and drinks across six restaurants and five bars. You can also enjoy a wide range of inclusive activities:
- Land Sports: Tennis, gym, beach volleyball, table tennis, football, bocce ball, fitness classes.
- Water Sports: Kayaking, pedal boats, glass-bottom boat rides, windsurfing, stand-up paddle, aqua zumba, snorkelling.
- Golf: Free unlimited green fees at Ile aux Cerfs Golf Club and Tamarina Golf Club, with free boat shuttle transfers.
Two-Time Champion Returns
Jenny Clarke
We’re excited to welcome back Jenny Clarke, the reigning champion — and now a two-time winner of our croquet tournament!
Her stellar performances have dazzled fans and set the gold standard for competitive play. This year, she returns to the lawn, ready to defend her crown against a fresh wave of challengers and familiar foes.