January 2026 newsResult
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Paxton and Rednall lead the 2026 world indoor bowls champions
Robert Paxton took the open singles and Katherine Rednall won the ladies world matchplay at Potters Resorts, completing a 17-day championship programme.
09–25 Jan Europe Hopton-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Robert Paxton was crowned open singles champion and Katherine Rednall secured the ladies world matchplay title at the 2026 World Indoor Bowls Championships. The tournament ran from 9 to 25 January at Potters Resorts Hopton-on-Sea.
Paul Foster and Alex Marshall won the open pairs, while Chloe Wilson and Jamie Walker claimed the mixed pairs. Together, the four disciplines gave the championship separate singles, pairs and mixed pathways.
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