Lancashire’s interest at the 2026 IEPF World Eightball Championships is focused on Jack Crank, who is representing England B Under-23s in Marrakech.
The championships began at the Hôtel Aqua Mirage on Thursday 17 September and continue until Sunday 27 September, featuring team and individual competitions across numerous age categories.
Strong start for England B Under-23s
England B have made an impressive start to the Under-23 team competition and currently occupy fourth place with 14 points.
Their verified results so far include:
- England B 5–4 England A
- England B 6–3 India
- England B 8–1 Scotland B
- England B 5–4 France B
- England B 5–4 Wales
- England B 3–6 Malta
- England B 1–8 New Zealand
The victories over England A, India, Scotland B, France B and Wales have kept England B firmly involved near the top of the standings.
Jack reaches the last 32
Jack produced an excellent performance in the opening round of the Under-23 Singles, recording a convincing 6–0 victory over Lochlann Turner in the last 64.
That result puts the Lancashire player into the last 32, which is presently scheduled to continue on Wednesday 23 September.
Jack has also competed in two other events:
- Under-23 Scotch Doubles: eliminated in the last 16 following a 5–1 defeat against Dylan Gimeau and Leonardo Moreira.
- Under-23 Masters: narrowly eliminated in the last 64 after a 5–4 defeat against Saad Fethi on Sunday.
The Masters result was particularly close, with Jack missing out by only a single frame.
Wider England performances
England’s teams have been involved throughout the opening championship programme. In the Under-23 competition, England A were narrowly beaten 5–4 by England B in the opening round of group fixtures.
The England Men also progressed through the World Team Shootout before facing Wales. Despite leading 6–2, England were eventually defeated 11–7, ending their defence of the Shootout title.
Further main team, singles, doubles and masters competitions will continue throughout the coming week.
What comes next?
There is currently no Lancashire-specific fixture listed for Monday 21 September.
Jack’s next confirmed appearance is in the last 32 of the Under-23 Singles on Wednesday 23 September. His opponent and match time were not displayed when this update was prepared.
Lancashire Pool will continue following Jack’s progress, together with the performances of the England teams, as the championships move towards the knockout and medal stages.
Results, standings and updated fixtures can be followed through the official IEPF World Championships live-scoring service.
Good luck to Jack and all the England teams competing in Marrakech.