The Slimline “Ball Run”: Stuart Bingham Reveals Secret Behind 20kg Weight Loss as 2015 World Champion Targets 2026 Silverware
Former World Champion Stuart Bingham is heading into 2026 with a completely different physique and a renewed sense of confidence. After struggling with his weight for years, the 49-year-old snooker legend revealed he has shed over three stone (approx. 20kg), dropping from 18 stone to a much healthier 15 stone.
Bingham’s journey began in late 2024 when he started using Mounjaro self-injectable pens—a prescription medication designed to suppress appetite. The results have been transformative for both his health and his game:
The Physical Toll: “I had a bit of knee trouble and a bit of sciatica,” Bingham told SunSport. “By losing that weight, all the aches and pains gradually went away.”
The Wardrobe Overhaul: The Essex pro has seen his waist size plummet from a 38-inch to a 34-inch, requiring an entirely new set of waistcoats and trousers for the tour.
The “Christmas Challenge”: Despite feeling “a million dollars,” Bingham admitted he had to be disciplined during the holidays, navigating the temptations of pigs-in-blankets and roast dinners while his appetite has significantly decreased.
Bingham’s physical transformation appears to be translating into better form on the green baize. After a difficult few years where he felt his game was “slipping,” a recent run of form has changed his outlook:
Blackpool Heroics: Bingham reached the final of the 2025 Snooker Shoot Out in Blackpool. Although he ultimately lost to amateur Alfie Burden (63-8) in a fairy-tale final, the run revitalized his self-belief.
The Seniors Debut: In late December, he made his debut at the British Seniors Open in Derby, embracing the chance to be “one of the youngest for a change” in a field of legends.
Currently ranked World No. 18, Bingham narrowly missed out on the 2026 Masters at Alexandra Palace. However, he is far from finished. With his confidence back and his health improved, his goal for the new year is simple: “I want to try to get my hands on a trophy.” ### 6. Conclusion: A Legacy Reborn Stuart Bingham has always been one of snooker’s most dedicated “practice junkies.” Now, with his physical aches behind him and a leaner frame at the table, “Ball Run” is proving that even at 49, it is possible to reinvent yourself. Whether it’s on the main tour or the seniors circuit, the 2015 World Champ remains a dangerous threat to any opponent.