A cheating scandal engulfed the world of competitive chestnut cracking in England. The World Conker Championships said Tuesday that officials launched an investigation into 82-year-old Dave Jakins after he was found with a steel chestnut in his pocket following his victory in the men’s division. Jakins won but was accused of using a steel chestnut to defeat his opponents. Kelci Banschbach, who was originally from Indianapolis, defeated Jakins to earn the title of World Conker Champion. She was the first American to win the title since the World Conker Championships began in 1965.

Source: Fox News October 16, 2024 15:11 UTC