WORLD POOL-BILLIARD ASSOCIATION
PRESS RELEASE — DECEMBER 31, 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, the World Pool-Billiard Association (WPA) proudly honours the exceptional achievements, extraordinary performances, and unwavering commitment that have defined another landmark year in global cue sports. From world championship showdowns to the next generation of junior stars, this season featured elite competition across disciplines, continents, and ages — culminating in unforgettable moments that will shape the future of our sport.
On behalf of the WPA, we extend sincere congratulations and gratitude to the World Champions, the tournament organisers, the venues, and the many continental and national federations whose collaboration and passion fuel the growth of cue sports worldwide.
WORLD NO. 1 — SETTING THE GLOBAL STANDARD
As the curtain falls on an extraordinary 2025 season, the World Pool-Billiard Association proudly recognises the athletes who finished the year at the pinnacle of the WPA world rankings — setting the benchmark for excellence in professional cue sports.
Men’s World No. 1 (2025)
🎱 Alex Kazakis (Greece)
Through consistency, resilience, and elite performances across WPA-sanctioned events, Alex Kazakis once again proved himself as one of the most complete and respected players in the modern era. His discipline, professionalism, and competitive fire continue to inspire players worldwide.
Women’s World No. 1 (2025)
🎱 Jasmin Ouschan (Austria)
A true icon of the sport, Jasmin Ouschan closes 2025 atop the women’s rankings following another dominant year on the world stage. Her achievements across multiple disciplines reflect not only championship pedigree but an enduring legacy of excellence in women’s cue sports.
2025 WORLD CHAMPIONS
Men’s 8-Ball World Champion
• Albin Ouschan (AUT) – crowned at the Yalin WPA World Eight-Ball Championship, Bali, delivering a commanding world title performance.
Women’s 8-Ball World Champion
• Jasmin Ouschan (AUT) – clinched the Women’s 8-Ball World Championship with a thrilling final in Bali.
Men’s 9-Ball World Champion
• Carlo Biado (PHI) – victorious at the 2025 WPA World Nine-Ball Championship in Jeddah, defending elite status with a hard-fought final victory.
Women’s 9-Ball World Champion
• Seo Seoa (KOR) – crowned the Kamui WPA Women’s 9-Ball World Champion in Jacksonville, Florida, sealing a dramatic shootout triumph in one of the season’s most compelling finals.
Men’s World 10-Ball Champion (2025)
• Ko Ping-Chung (Chinese Taipei)
Renowned for his consistency and elite shotmaking, Ko Ping-Chung captured the Men’s World 10-Ball title with a composed and authoritative performance, reinforcing his standing among the game’s modern greats.
Women’s World 10-Ball Champion (2025)
• Chezka Centeno (Philippines)
A trailblazer for Philippine cue sports, Chezka Centeno delivered a championship performance marked by poise, precision, and resilience under pressure. Her World 10-Ball title stands as a landmark achievement and a powerful inspiration for women athletes across the region and beyond.
The WPA proudly recognises the continued evolution and competitive excellence of 10-Ball Doubles, a discipline that places equal emphasis on teamwork, strategy, and elite execution.
Men’s World 10-Ball Doubles Champions (2025)
Team Chinese Taipei (TPE)
• Wu Kun‑Lin
• Hsieh Chia‑Chen
Junior Boys U19 10-Ball World Champion
• Felix Vogel – masterful runner through the Predator WPA U19 Junior 10-Ball World Championships, capturing the global title in Spain.
Junior Boys U17 10-Ball World Champion
• Jakub Chrobot (POL) – showcased composure and deep cue-sport intelligence to win the U17 world crown.
Junior Girls 10-Ball World Champion
• Ming-Ling Wang – crowned Girls 10-Ball Junior World Champion at the Predator WPA World Championships.
HEYBALL WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2025
Heyball Men’s World Champion
• Gareth Potts (GBR) – elevated his legacy at the 2025 WPA Heyball World Championships in Brisbane with a standout final performance.
Heyball Women’s World Champion
• Kelly Fisher (GBR) – clinched the women’s title after a gripping showdown against one of the sport’s rising stars.
Heyball Junior World Champions Boys U19
• Kwok Ho Wan (HKG)
Heyball Junior World Champions Girls U19
• Linnea Hjalmarström (SWE)
Heyball Parasport World Champions
• 2025 WHEELCHAIR MEN – Matej Brajkovic (SLO)
• 2025 STANDING MEN – Jun-Wei Liu (CHN)
• 2025 WHEELCHAIR & STANDING WOMEN – Hydred Goldberg (USA)
ACKNOWLEDGING EXCELLENCE BEYOND THE TABLE
The success of 2025 would not have been possible without the tireless work of continental federations, national associations, event organisers, technical officials, referees, volunteers, host cities, and broadcast partners who collectively brought these global spectacles to life. Their collaborations across regions have consistently elevated the sport’s visibility and accessibility, uniting cue sports fans in every corner of the world.
To all participants — champions, finalists, semi-finalists, and aspiring competitors — your dedication and integrity inspire fans and fellow athletes daily. The junior circuit continues to be a beacon of promise, highlighted by the passion and potential of the next generation.
A NEW CHAPTER FOR GLOBAL BROADCASTING — WPALIVE.TV
As part of the WPA’s continued evolution and commitment to global accessibility, 2025 also marked the beginning of a new chapter with WPALive.tv as the Official Broadcaster for WPA-sanctioned events.
This strategic alignment represents a major step forward in how world-class cue sports are delivered to fans, federations, and athletes worldwide. Through WPALive.tv, WPA events now benefit from consistent, high-quality live coverage, on-demand access, and expanded digital reach — ensuring that every rack, every final, and every champion moment is visible to a truly global audience.
From World Championships and continental titles to junior and development events, WPALive.tv has played a vital role in elevating production standards, improving discoverability for emerging talent, and strengthening fan engagement across time zones and regions.
As the WPA looks ahead to 2026, this partnership will continue to grow — with enhanced coverage, deeper storytelling, and broader exposure planned across the WPA calendar. Together, the WPA and WPALive.tv are committed to bringing cue sports closer to fans than ever before, while creating lasting value for athletes, organizers, and federations alike.
LOOKING FORWARD — WPA 2026 CALENDAR
As we turn the page to 2026, the WPA and our partners are thrilled to unveil an ambitious calendar of tournaments that will further expand competitive opportunities across various disciplines. Visit https://wpapool.com/calendar-2/ to see the 2026 events.
These events — sanctioned through the WPA pool calendar and supported by the global promoters — promise elevated prize funds, expanded digital coverage, and enhanced athlete engagement opportunities designed to grow cue sports worldwide.
Fans, sponsors, and federations alike are encouraged to follow official 2026 scheduling and registration announcements via wpapool.com as the sport continues its upward trajectory.
For media inquiries and full results archives:
World Pool-Billiard Association (WPA) — media@wpapool.com
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