The snooker world is ever-evolving with the emergence of new players each year. Likewise, we see many of them adding extra victories and reaching new heights every year. And one such rising snooker star is Jack Lisowski.
The sportsman is known for his left-handed attacking style. However, his incredible skills have landed him in the finals of numerous tournaments. In addition, he has defeated some of the top snooker players in multiple competitions.
So, let's learn more about this emerging snooker talent in this biography.
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The snooker pro was born on 25 June 1991 in Cheltenham. His grandfather was a Ukrainian native who settled in England at the end of the First World War.
The athlete started playing snooker on his lounge carpet with ping pong balls at age seven. His passion for the cue sport continued, and he began attending the snooker club the following year.
Jack Lisowski's father took him to Westgate Club owned by John Pearce in their hometown. Afterward, Pearce's son, Nick Pearce, a former snooker professional, trained Jack in the club.
Likewise, Jack Lisowski's mother must also be proud of his snooker accomplishments. He also has a younger sister who also likely supports his career choice.
Jack Lisowski's father admitted him to his first snooker club at age eight. Photo Source: Jack Lisowski's Instagram.
The player's strenuous efforts led him to make his first century break at eleven. He also finished second at the 2007 Junior Pot Black. Sadly amidst his early playing years, he was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2008.
Nonetheless, Lisowski underwent many chemotherapy sessions to return to the snooker table. He also continued his studies at Chosen Hill School.
Afterward, overcoming his illness, the sportsman re-started competing and later received the Paul Hunter scholarship to attend snooker academy, Grove Leisure.
Jack Began His Professional Career in 2010
As an amateur, the snooker player competed in the International Open Series in the 2009-10 seasons. He ranked first by winning the first and eighth matches in the event. Afterward, he received a place in the main tour and turned professional in 2010.
Jack defeated world number one Mark Selby at Players Tour Championship in his first pro season. He also qualified for German Masters and Welsh Open for the following season. As a result, he was named the rookie of the year at the end of the 2010-11 season.
Jack Lisowski has become runner-up in many ranking events. Photo Source: Jack Lisowski's Instagram.
The sportsperson advanced to his first semi-finals at the 2013 China Open. Then, he reached his first major ranking title finals at the 2018 Riga Masters before losing to Neil Robertson.
Since then, Lisowski has become a runner-up for the 2019 Scottish Open, 2019 China Open, 2020 World Grand Prix, etc. He also finished second at German Masters and Gibraltar Open in the 2021 season.
Jack Lisowski Net Worth And Earnings
The sportsman has had slow but steady progress in his snooker career. In order to win titles, Jack continuously works hard to improve his skills. Moreover, his efforts have increased his ranking to number fifteen in the world snooker ranking.
Alongside his career progress, Jack Lisowski's net worth must have also risen throughout the years. His income benefits from his prize money, sponsors, and endorsement deals.
Some of Lisowski's prize money in 2019-20 seasons are listed below:
| Tournament | Prize Money |
| 2020 World Championship | $26,577.4 (£20,000) |
| 2020 Masters | $19,933.05 (£15,000) |
| 2019 Scottish Open | $39,866.1 (£30,000) |
| 2019 U.K. Championship | $15,946.44 (£12,000) |
| 2019 World Open | $17,939.74 (£13,500) |
The sportsman earned $32,557.31 (£24,500) as a quarter-finalist at the 2021 U.K. Championship. He also pocketed $26,577.4 (£20,000) after finishing second at the 2021 Gibraltar Open.
As per WPBSA and WST, the snooker pro's career earnings amount to $334,210.8 (£251,500). However, Snooker Database calculates his total earnings to be $901,264.88 (£678,219). It will likely increase with more wins in the future.
Hence, Jack Lisowski's net worth must be a notable figure all thanks to his professional career. Moreover, he is sponsored by the company, KMCMS Cleaning & Supplies.
Is Jack Lisowski Married?
The emerging snooker star has won the hearts of many people with his handsome looks and excellent playing style. However, his fans are always curious about his private affairs. So, we often see people having questions regarding Jack's love life.
Speaking of Lisowski's love life, he is currently married to his partner, Jamie Livingston. Jack Lisowski's wife is an American native who is his number one fan.
The pair hasn't revealed much about the beginning of their relationship. But both must have dated for a certain period before getting hitched. Moreover, the duo married on 23 February 2015 in England.
Jack Lisowski is enjoying marital bliss with his wife, Jamie Livingston. Photo Source: Jack Lisowski's Instagram.
Before their wedding, Jack Lisowski and his wife, Jamie Livingston's home was robbed. The burglary deeply traumatized both of them. The duo was robbed of a gold necklace, laptop, two iPods, etc., by Marcus Fry at their Cheltenham flat.
Thankfully, police arrested the robber after receiving a neighbor's complaint. But the incident caused the snooker player to lose the German Masters qualifier tournament. Nonetheless, he and his spouse have moved forward from the event.
Going through the English player's Instagram account, he often shares traveling pictures with his lady love. He seems to be enjoying a comfortable life with her.
Lisowski showed outstanding performances in most of his games in the 2021 season. Hopefully, with his progress, he will win his first snooker title soon in the future.
Trivia And Facts
- Jack has 29.7K Instagram followers.
- He is an ambassador of the Teenage Cancer Trust.
- He is a good friend of professional snooker player Judd Trump.
