2017 WPBA US Open 9-Ball Championship

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Published April 13, 2026

The Northern Irish legend known as The Irish Invader added another prestigious title to her already impressive resume at the 2017 WPBA US Open 9-Ball Championship. Karen Corr won the championship, marking another milestone in a career spanning both sides of the Atlantic, from her early days as a three-time World Women's Snooker Champion to her move to the United States in 1998, where she became a dominant force in American pool.

Corr's return to competition in late 2012 was notable given her circumstances. The Ballymoney native had stepped away from competitive play in 2011 to care for her mother, who passed away in July 2012. Her comeback raised questions about whether the BCA Hall of Fame inductee could return to the form that had earned her 15 Classic Tour titles, four BCA Open titles, and three WPBA National Championships during her 13-year American career.

The 2017 US Open provided a clear answer. Corr demonstrated strong performance throughout the tournament. She had previously won 7-6 against Austria's Jasmine Ouschan at the 2013 Women's World 9-Ball Championship after trailing 6-3. Her performance at the 2017 US Open showed her ability to capitalize on opportunities and maintain focus under pressure. She had been ranked number one on the WPBA Tour multiple times during her prime.

This US Open victory was significant as it demonstrated Corr's continued competitiveness in a sport where younger players regularly emerge. At 47 years old, she proved that experience and mental toughness remained valuable assets in 9-ball, where a single mistake often determines a match's outcome. The win reinforced her status as one of the most successful international players to compete at the highest levels of American professional pool.

For Corr, this championship represented validation of her decision to return to competitive play after her time away. The victory demonstrated her continued commitment to the game that has defined her adult life. The championship ensured that The Irish Invader would continue to be remembered for competing at the highest level well into the later stages of her career.

Sources: Karen Corr – Wikipedia, WPA Pool – A Legend Looks to Carry On

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