The first Wizard Annual Invitational Tournament took place in Welland, Ontario, Canada on July 4, 2026. This is not an "Open Tournament" as it is restricted to a select group of outstanding players by invitation.

Eleven of the sixteen invited players have represented their countries as qualifying champions at the Wizard World Championship. Consequently, the field of players was more accomplished than that at any previous tournament. The field included Mario Phénix, the defending 2025 Champion.

Players were travelling considerable distances to play in this monumental event. Only 7 were from Ontario. Others came from Québec, the USA and Europe.

Ken Fisher, the creator of "Wizard" was in attendance along with his wife Joan.

The President of "U.S. Games Systems" Ricardo Cruz was also in attendance.

The general organization was in charge of Tim Burton and Carles Rodon managed the game play.

A celebratory dinner with presentations followed the tournament.

Final 4 results:

1.     Carles Rodon - CAT

2.    Sabine Werner - GER

3.    Debi Arnoni - CAN

4.   Linda George - CAN

The 2026 tournament is intended to be the first of an annual event.