MIAMI, March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sidney Ha, a 25-year-old pharmacy student from Elk Grove, California, earned the title of World Solitaire Champion at the first-ever World Solitaire Championship tournament held by PAPAYA, formerly known as Papaya Gaming. The groundbreaking live competition brought together 400 players from around the world, transforming one of the most iconic solo games into a global, in-person competitive arena. The diversity of players was on full display, with the field in Miami made up of competitors from four continents, 82% of whom were women, and players ranging from ages 19 to 65+ coming together for the championship.
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