The New “Rocket”: 2-Year-Old Manchester Prodigy Jude Owens Shakes Up Snooker World
By Lions Roar Aotearoa Sports & World News Desk
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND (Thursday, January 29, 2026) — Move over, Ronnie O’Sullivan. There is a new “Rocket” in town, and he still uses a booster seat for dinner.
Jude Owens, a two-year-old snooker sensation from Manchester, has officially been crowned a double Guinness World Record holder. The “pint-sized whiz” has captivated the sporting world after successfully executing two complex trick shots that would challenge many seasoned club players.
🏆 A Double World Record Debut
Young Jude didn’t just break one record; he secured two in the span of just a few weeks late last year, as confirmed by recent BBC reports.
- The Double Pot (Sept 2025): At just 2 years and 261 days old, Jude executed a “double pot.” This high-skill move involves the cue ball striking the object ball, rebounding off a cushion, and returning to knock the same ball into a pocket.
- The Bank Shot (Oct 12, 2025): At 2 years and 302 days old, he performed a successful bank shot, requiring the object ball to rebound off one or more cushions before dropping cleanly into the pocket.
🎱 “Manchester’s Wunderkind”
Jude’s father, who initially shared videos of the toddler’s talent on social media, noted that Jude’s interest in the game began almost as soon as he could walk.
- Natural Talent: Unlike many toddlers who simply push balls around, Jude displays a remarkable understanding of angles, spin, and “cue power.”
- Global Sensation: Videos of the Manchester toddler have gone viral, earning him praise from professional players and fans worldwide who are calling him the “future of the green baize.”
📊 Jude Owens: The Record-Breaking Stats
| Achievement | Age at Completion | Date of Feat |
| Double Pot Record | 2 years, 261 days | September 2025 |
| Bank Shot Record | 2 years, 302 days | October 12, 2025 |
| Hometown | Manchester, England | — |
| Recognition | Guinness World Records | Verified 2026 |
🌟 What’s Next for the Toddler Pro?
While most children his age are mastering building blocks, Jude is practicing his “rest” shots. His family insists that while the records are an incredible achievement, the focus remains on Jude simply having fun with the sport he loves. However, with two world records already under his belt before reaching preschool, the snooker world will be watching this young star very closely.
