Picture special of World Snooker Champion Kyren Wilson welcomed home at Wicksteed Park party

Thanking the cheering crowd for their support, Kyren then posed for photos with the ‘Silver Lady’ trophy with people who patiently queued to congratulate him.

Former world champion Peter Ebdon dropped in to reunite with Kyren, recalling the first time he played him at pool – at a tournament at Weetabix – and lost.

He said: “I always knew in my heart he would be world champion. He can go on to be a triple crown winner.”

Overwhelmed by the attendance, Kyren said: “It’s amazing, it’s lovely.”