Luca Brecel and Reanne Evans Win World Mixed Doubles Championship

In a thrilling final match, Luca Brecel and Reanne Evans emerged victorious against Mark Selby and Rebecca Kenna to clinch the World Mixed Doubles Championship title. The reigning world champion Brecel and England’s 12-time women’s world champion Evans displayed exceptional skill and teamwork to secure a 4-2 win in Manchester.

Evans, 38, expressed her joy at lifting the trophy and playing alongside such talented players, emphasizing the positive impact their success will have on women’s snooker. Brecel, on the other hand, overcame a last-minute obstacle of his car being towed away before the final, but managed to arrive just in time to make a significant contribution to the team’s victory.

The Belgian player’s two half-centuries in the opening frame set the tone for their success, with Brecel highlighting the momentum gained from this win as he looks ahead to defending his world title at the Crucible in Sheffield next month. He credited his improved game in recent months and the confidence boost from this championship title as he prepares for the upcoming challenge.

The World Mixed Doubles Championship, reintroduced to the World Snooker Tour in 2022 after its last edition in 1991, featured top players from both the men’s and women’s game competing in a round-robin group stage. Despite a loss to Selby and Kenna in the group stage, Brecel and Evans secured their spot in the final based on their overall performance and head-to-head record.

With an exciting and competitive tournament showcasing the best of mixed doubles snooker, Brecel and Evans emerged as deserving champions, setting the stage for more thrilling matches and achievements in the world of snooker.