Plant-based Robertson pots his way to victory

Australian snooker pro Neil Robertson, who switched to a plant-based diet in 2014, secured his second English Open title by defeating China’s Wu Yize in a thrilling final. Despite storming to a 7-1 lead at the interval, Robertson faced a tough challenge as Wu won the next seven frames to close in on him at 8-7. However, Robertson managed to stay composed and eventually emerged victorious with a 9-7 scoreline.

Throughout the 128-player tournament, Robertson had dropped only four frames before meeting Wu in the final. His decision to embrace a vegan diet was influenced by a desire to improve his health and performance, as well as conversations with fellow vegan snooker player Peter Ebdon. Robertson's success on the snooker table serves as a testament to the benefits of plant-based eating for athletic performance.