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SARKIS AKOPOV IS the winner OF THE FIRST AND HISTORICAL CSWC AUSTRALIA
CSWC’s Inaugural Australia Qualifier
Great atmosphere and amazing participants on the first ever CSWC in Australia
The amount of Cigar Smoking World Championship country qualification events held around the world in 2022 speaks volumes about its success. Now that the CSWC has come to Australia, the most geographically distant qualification event from CSWC’s origins in Croatia also speaks volumes of its reach.
For CSWC, this is a true historical moment. When we put Australia on the CSWC global map, we can say, "Yes, the CSWC is a true global sport." I can't thank Samuel and Nick enough for their patience and determination in bringing CSWC there and hosting it at the highest level.- Marko Bilic, CSWC Founder
Samuel Spurr and Nick Russell - people behind CSWC Australia
Sarkis Akopov - the first and historical Champion of Australia
The Cigar Smoking World Championship Australia qualifier, held on 6 August at Cigar Social in Perth, Western Australia, was a fantastic event attracting 32 competitors and was conducted in the true spirit of CSWC. Nick Russell, owner of Cigar Social, and his team were the ultimate hosts for the inaugural event.
Matthew Rowe took great 2nd place with literally seconds difference from the champion
CSWC, Cigar Woman and Cigar Journal - perfect combination
Hosts with special guests and participants
The final three, looked good from the very start, maintained their dominance throughout. Ryan Moignard called his time before burning the band at 1 Hour 38 minutes 27 seconds to secure third place. The final two continued their battle from across the room for another 8 minutes until Matthew Rowe finished second with a time of 1 hour 46 minutes 20 seconds. Sarkis Akopov held on for another 18 seconds to finish first and set the first CSWC Australia qualification record time of 1 hour 46 minutes 38 seconds.
The best of CSWC Australia (from the left) - Matthew Rowe 2nd, Sarkis Akopow Australian Champion and Ryan Moignard 3rd place