An Indian welcome for the competitors.

Opening of the 2007 World Scrabble Championships in Mumbai, India.

Wayne Kelly (ENG) making his WSC debut.

The playing area in the Taj President hotel.

Wilma Vialle, Tournament Director, laying down the law.

And she means it!

Suanne Ong, 15 year old player from Malaysia, who finished in 12th place. She was consistently on the top tables.

The British and some other European players enjoy a break.

Wilma with the women players. Front: Teresa, Hels, Suanne Middle: Liz, , Odette, Back: Wilma, Di

WSC 2007 Players.

Hels and Odette (PHI) relaxing after the event. They drew their match in the second round.

The action begins.

Gateway to India (Mumbai)

Taj Mahal Palace and Tower in Mumbai, considered by many to be the finest place to stay in town.

The Queen's Necklace, a curving smog filled Back Bay of Mumbai. Some of the most expensive property in the world can be seen in the distance.