The Warrior
Kyren Wilson
The 2024 world champion, from Kettering to the Crucible.
- Represents
- England
- Born
- 23 December 1991
- First turned pro
- 2010
Career in focus
Kyren Wilson won the 2024 World Championship with an 18–14 victory over Jak Jones. He had reached the final in 2020, and his first ranking title came at the 2015 Shanghai Masters. Those milestones trace a progression from breakthrough winner to a player who converted repeated Crucible contention into the title.
Three milestones
- 2015 · First ranking title at the Shanghai Masters
- 2020 · First World Championship final
- 2024 · World champion, beating Jak Jones 18–14
A viewing prompt
In a long match, look beyond the most spectacular break. Track the frames that need a second or third scoring visit, and how each player responds after a missed chance. A match can turn through several modest contributions rather than a single century.
This viewing suggestion is editorial guidance, not a claim about the player’s private training methods or a statistical rating. For current entries and match times, consult the organiser’s draw.