2026 Rome Wheelchair Open
Results
| Place | Player | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chezka Centeno |
Recap
Published July 31, 2026
Rome provided the backdrop for another chapter in wheelchair billiards history as the 2026 Rome Wheelchair Open, sanctioned by the Pro Billiard Series, wrapped up on July 31 with Chezka Centeno claiming the title. The Filipino standout, already one of the most decorated players in the women's game, added this PBS wheelchair event victory to what has already been a landmark year on the cue sports calendar.
Centeno's presence at the top of any field is becoming something of a familiar story in 2026. Earlier in July, she was crowned the 2026 Oneida WPA Women's World 8-Ball Champion, according to the World Pool-Billiard Association — a title that cemented her status as a three-time world champion alongside her World Ten-ball titles in 2023 and 2025, per her Wikipedia profile. Taking the Rome Wheelchair Open crown just days after that world championship triumph underscores the consistency she has brought to competition this summer.
Rome, with its rich cultural weight, served as a fitting venue for a Pro Billiard Series event with international ambitions. Wheelchair billiards has been steadily growing its footprint on the global tour calendar, and events like the Rome Open are central to that expansion — offering elite-level competition and a platform for the discipline to reach new audiences across Europe and beyond.
Details on the full bracket, runner-up, and match scores were not available at time of publication, but Centeno's first-place finish stands as the official result recorded for the event. Her ability to perform at the highest level across multiple formats — from world championship stages to specialized PBS events — reflects a depth of skill that continues to define her career trajectory in 2026.
For the Pro Billiard Series, securing a competitor of Centeno's caliber as a champion in Rome only adds credibility to the wheelchair division's growing profile. As the back half of the 2026 season unfolds, all eyes will be on whether she can sustain this run of form through the remaining events on the international calendar.
Sources: World Pool Billiard Association – WPA Pool, Chezka Centeno – Wikipedia
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