WILSON'S CURSED CUE: Own a Piece of Snooker History!

Kyren Wilson, the reigning World Champion, faced a crisis that threatened to derail his season – the shattering of his beloved cue. It wasn’t a dramatic break in the heat of competition, but a quiet disaster during a routine refurbishment, six inches of precious wood simply snapping on the lathe.

The loss was deeply felt. This wasn’t just a tool; it was an extension of his skill, the very instrument that had guided him to victory at the Crucible. Wilson described the experience as profoundly unsettling, a struggle to regain both competitive form and a sense of familiarity on the table.

He cycled through a series of cues, searching for a replacement that felt right, but nothing quite matched the connection he had with the original. Each shot felt subtly off, a frustrating reminder that balance and feel are paramount in the precision world of professional snooker.

Then, a surprising solution emerged from an unexpected source. Last year, a company in China had offered to create an exact replica of his World Championship-winning cue, almost as a gesture of admiration. Wilson had initially dismissed the idea, content with his proven weapon.

Forgotten and stored under his table, the replica was rediscovered just weeks ago. To his astonishment, it felt…better. Not simply a copy, but an improvement on the original, perfectly suited to his game and offering a renewed sense of confidence.

The season had already seen a victory at the Shanghai Masters, a testament to his resilience despite the equipment struggles. But the return to a familiar feel, now enhanced, promises even greater consistency and control.

Wilson’s original, now broken but historically significant, is being auctioned off. All proceeds will benefit the Be More FAB charity, a cause deeply meaningful to him and his family, transforming a personal setback into an opportunity for generosity.

Looking ahead, Wilson sets his sights on the UK Championship, a tournament where he feels he has unfinished business. Despite reaching the semi-finals in the past, he’s determined to go further, to finally grasp the title that has eluded him, and prove that even a broken cue can lead to a stronger game.

He acknowledges a deep desire to reach the final, to experience the thrill of contention for this prestigious title. For Wilson, the UK Championship represents more than just another tournament; it’s a chance to solidify his legacy and achieve a long-held ambition.