The 2024 VenBilliards Corporation WPA Women’s World 10-Ball Championship concluded with a thrilling final that saw Kristina Tkach claim her first-ever world title, defeating Seoa in a rollercoaster match that lasted over 4 hours and included 30 intense racks.
Semifinal Highlights:
- Tkach defeated Jasmin Ouschan in a gripping semifinal, winning 3-1 in sets.
- Seoa triumphed over defending champion Chezka Centeno in her semifinal, also securing a 3-1 victory.
- This marks the first World Championship final for both Tkach and Seoa.
Final Match Recap:
- Seoa dominated the first set, taking it 4-1, but the match shifted after a crucial mistake by Seoa. In the second set, tied 3-3, Seoa scratched on the 9-ball, handing Tkach the opportunity to equalize and win the set.
- The third set saw another 3-3 scoreline, where Tkach missed the 1-ball, allowing Seoa to clear the table and take the set.
- In the fourth set, Tkach rallied back, winning 4-3 to tie the match 2-2, setting up a dramatic fifth and deciding set.
The match ultimately culminated with Tkach winning the fifth set and claiming the title. The final score was 3-2 in sets, with Tkach taking home the $50,000 prize, while Seoa earned $30,000 for her runner-up finish.
Other Key Moments:
- Seoa finished 3rd in the 2023 World 9-Ball Championship.
- Tkach had previously reached two World Championship semifinals but had not advanced to a final until this event.
Puerto Rico Recap: This world championship marks the end of a week full of world-class pool action in Puerto Rico, featuring four pro events and new champions:
- Han Yu and Wu Kun Lin were crowned champions of the Kamui Mixed Doubles.
- Joshua Filler won the Challenge of Champions by Medalla Light.
- Vitaliy Patsura emerged as the champion of the Puerto Rico Men’s Open by Samsung TV Plus.
The VenBilliards Corporation WPA Women’s World 10-Ball Championship was a fantastic culmination of high-level competition, setting the stage for more thrilling tournaments ahead.
A special thank you to our sponsors and partners who made this event possible:
Pro Billiard Series Sponsors: Predator Group, Kamui, Yalin, Ven Billiards Corporation, Little Monster, Samsung TV Plus, Box Billiards.
Local Sponsors: Medalla Light, Puerto Rico Tourism Company, Discover Puerto Rico, Popular, District Puerto Rico, Walmart, and Lotería de Puerto Rico.
