A woman who only discovered the game of conkers a year ago has become the first American to be crowned world champion.
Kelci Banschbach, originally from Indianapolis, Indiana, was overall winner of the World Conker Championships, held in Southwick, Northamptonshire.
The 34-year-old – the first American to clinch the title since the competition started in 1965 – received a trophy, a tea towel and a coaster.
She said: “[My parents] were a little confused when I had to explain what I was doing, but they’re so proud none-the-less.”