The 2026 World Women’s Snooker Championship concluded with a stunning performance from Thailand’s rising star Panchaya Channoi, who defeated legendary English cueist Reanne Evans 6-2 in the final.
The teenager delivered one of the best performances of the tournament, producing two century breaks and dominating the championship match with confident potting, tactical safety play, and excellent break-building.
Panchaya Channoi Wins 2026 World Women’s Snooker Championship
Panchaya Channoi entered the final in impressive form after defeating former champion Mink Nutcharut in the semi-finals. The Thai youngster carried that momentum into the title match and controlled the contest from the opening frame.
The biggest highlight of the final came when Channoi compiled a brilliant 107 break, which became the highest break of the tournament. Her aggressive scoring and calm temperament proved too strong for Reanne Evans, who was aiming to capture another world title.
Evans managed to claim two frames during the match, including a tightly contested fourth frame, but Channoi quickly regained control and finished strongly to secure the biggest victory of her career.
2026 World Women’s Snooker Championship Final Result
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| Panchaya Channoi vs Reanne Evans | Panchaya Channoi won 6-2 |
Final Match Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Champion | Panchaya Channoi |
| Runner-Up | Reanne Evans |
| Final Score | 6-2 |
| Format | Best of 11 Frames |
| Highest Break | 107 by Panchaya Channoi |
Frame Scores – Panchaya Channoi vs Reanne Evans
| Frame | Score |
|---|---|
| Frame 1 | Panchaya Channoi 114(100)-0 |
| Frame 2 | Panchaya Channoi 50-28 |
| Frame 3 | Panchaya Channoi 59(51)-50 |
| Frame 4 | Reanne Evans 69-64(38) |
| Frame 5 | Reanne Evans 68(66)-46 |
| Frame 6 | Panchaya Channoi 107(107)-0 |
| Frame 7 | Panchaya Channoi 71(43)-12 |
| Frame 8 | Panchaya Channoi 68(59)-24 |
Road to the Final
Last 16 Results
- Mink Nutcharut 4-0 Anupama Ramachandran
- Narucha Phoemphul 4-3 Tessa Davidson
- Bai Yulu 4-1 Yang Meng
- Panchaya Channoi 4-0 Fong Mei Mei
- Ng On Yee 4-1 Baipat Siripaporn
- Liu Ziling 4-0 Yao Yaqi
- Narantuya Bayarsaikhan 4-3 So Man Yan
- Reanne Evans 4-0 Huang Qingning
Quarter-Final Results
- Mink Nutcharut 4-1 Narucha Phoemphul
- Panchaya Channoi 4-3 Bai Yulu
- Ng On Yee 4-2 Liu Ziling
- Reanne Evans 4-2 Narantuya Bayarsaikhan
Semi-Final Results
- Panchaya Channoi 5-3 Mink Nutcharut
- Reanne Evans 5-1 Ng On Yee
Panchaya Channoi’s Historic Breakthrough
The 2026 edition of the World Women’s Snooker Championship may be remembered as the moment Panchaya Channoi announced herself on the global stage. Defeating a 12-time world champion in such dominant fashion showcased the teenager’s remarkable talent and composure under pressure.
Her century breaks, tactical awareness, and attacking style impressed fans throughout the tournament. The victory also highlights the growing strength of Thai women’s snooker on the international circuit.
Meanwhile, Reanne Evans once again demonstrated her consistency and experience by reaching another major final. Although she finished runner-up, her performances during the week proved she remains one of the strongest players in women’s snooker.
With young stars continuing to emerge, the future of women’s snooker looks brighter than ever heading into the next championship season.