Advani Beats Hall 1,906-1,206: 2026 World Billiards Results
Completed October results: Advani regains the title; Shruthi L retains the women's crown.
Pankaj Advani recovered from a halfway deficit to beat Robert Hall 1,906-1,206 in the 2026 World Billiards Championship final, reclaiming the title he last won in 2014.
When and where was the championship held?
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Organizer | World Billiards |
| Dates | October 19-22, 2026 |
| Venue | Landywood Snooker Club, Great Wyrley, near Walsall, England |
| Format | Timed English billiards |
| Field | 60 players |
The event carried Level 6 world-ranking status. It followed the October 17-18 English Open at the same venue.
What were the knockout results?
| Round | Winner | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quarterfinal | Pankaj Advani | Sourav Kothari | 1,134-575 |
| Semifinal | Pankaj Advani | David Causier | 1,607-1,271 |
| Semifinal | Robert Hall | Peter Gilchrist | 1,029-887 |
| Final | Pankaj Advani | Robert Hall | 1,906-1,206 |
How did the final turn?
Hall led 773-667 halfway through the five-hour match. Advani finished 700 points ahead.
Who won the women's championship?
Shruthi L defeated Eva Palmius 414-153 on October 21 at Landywood, taking her third consecutive title.
Was the winning margin 700 points?
Yes. Advani's 1,906 minus Hall's 1,206 equals 700.
Are these results from today?
No. This article records the completed October 2026 championships.
