The tournament built a reputation for a party atmosphere, with a large proportion of attendees choosing to wear fancy dress. Movie figures such as the Men in Black (MIB) and Austin Powers were crowd favorites and an impersonator of Austin Powers was a regular for many years performing for the crowd.
The tournament gained recognition for its festive environment, featuring many attendees dressed up. Movie stars like Men in Black (MIB) and Austin Powers were favorites among the audience, and an impersonator of Austin Powers was frequently seen performing over many years.