“Breakfast of Champions?” Mark Williams Leaves Fans Reeling After Sharing “Unorthodox” Kebab Dinner Following UK Championship Win
After a hard-fought 6-4 victory over David Gilbert at the 2025 UK Championship, snooker legend Mark Williams decided to treat himself to a late-night feast. However, the 50-year-old three-time World Champion’s choice of “recovery food” has left social media users in a state of shock.
With the match concluding during the evening session at the Barbican in York, dining options were limited. The Welshman opted for a traditional kebab and chips—a meal far removed from the strict diets usually associated with elite athletes. He shared a snap of the greasy dinner on X (formerly Twitter) with the simple caption: “Posty match meal.”
The post quickly went viral, with fans flooding the comments expressing both amusement and genuine concern for the veteran’s digestive health:
The Hernia Fear: One fan joked, “My hiatus hernia just kicked in,” referring to the heavy nature of the meal.
The Gout Question: Another asked the question on everyone’s mind: “How you don’t get gout attacks, I will never know.”
Dietary Sarcasm: Others quipped about the lack of a “sports dietitian” in the Williams camp, labeling it the “Breakfast of Champions.”
Known for his dry wit, Williams didn’t shy away from the comments. He revealed that his secret to avoiding the dreaded gout is Allopurinol—a medication used to lower uric acid levels. He also showed a vulnerable side, admitting that he has suffered from a hernia in the past, describing the experience as a “nightmare.”
Despite his unconventional nutrition, Williams remains a force to be reckoned with. By securing his spot in the second round, he joins fellow winners Neil Robertson, Wu Yize, and Pang Junxu as they continue their hunt for the prestigious UK Championship title.