Frankie Hooper wins women's title at World Conker Championships

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Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Frankie Hooper wins women's title at World Conker Championships
Summary

Frankie Hooper, also known as Frankie the Tiger, secured the women's championship at the World Conker Championships held in Southwick, Northamptonshire. Hooper triumphed over the men's winner, Simon Griffiths, in a closely contested match. Over 250 participants competed, including international entrants from Japan, Holland, and Germany. The tournament featured players dressed in various costumes and culminated without any allegations of cheating, a concern in past years. Aside from Hooper's victory, the event showcased traditional conker dueling with competitors aiming to smash their opponent's conker across multiple exciting rounds.

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  • •More than 250 participants attended the World Conker Championships.
  • •Frankie Hooper defeated Simon Griffiths in the final match.
  • •The event took place in Southwick, Northamptonshire.
  • •Competitors included international entrants dressed in unique costumes.
  • •No cheating allegations emerged during this year's tournament.
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Frankie Hooper is "ecstatic" after beating the winner of the men's tournament to clinch the title.

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