Kyren Wilson, the 2024 World Snooker Championship winner, used his £500,000 prize money to purchase a second family home in Portugal, rather than spending it on luxury items. The 34-year-old Englishman defeated Jak Jones 18-14 at the Crucible to secure his first world title.
Wilson told The Times that his father's battle with multiple sclerosis and his mother's long-term job at Weetabix kept him grounded. His parents remortgaged their house to support his snooker career, and Wilson now spoils his children while reminding them of the family's earlier financial struggles.
Wilson's career earnings surpassed £3 million after his 2024 victory, and he added nearly £900,000 in the following season. However, his defence of the title ended in the second round of the 2025 World Championship, where he lost 13-9 to Mark Allen. Wu Yize eventually won the 2025 tournament, beating Shaun Murphy 18-17.
