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Cue sports enthusiasts have reason to rejoice as the World Billiards Museum recently unveiled its doors in the picturesque city of Yushan. Nestled amidst the verdant landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of Yushan, this museum stands as a testament to the enduring legacy and global appeal of billiards, and it was a privilege for the World Pool Association to be part of this historical event, contributing to the celebration of cue sports excellence and the preservation of its rich heritage.

Qinhuangdao, renowned for its picturesque coastal landscapes, played host to an unforgettable spectacle as the 2024 Joy Cup Heyball Masters Grand Final kicked off in mesmerising style. The opening ceremony, held in the city’s prestigious stadium, not only marked the commencement of the highly anticipated tournament but also set a new standard for grandeur and magnificence.

A Pole wins the Polish Dynamic Billard 10-Ball Open World Cup – KIELCE 2024!

For the second time I have just had the opportunity to visit one of the largest Parasport events in the world – Malmo Open. The whole thing got started in 1977 with just one single sport on the program, Table Tennis, and in 2016 it became the second biggest event behind the Paralympic Games, with 18 sports and 2518 athletes. Yes, make no mistake about it – that is how the participants are seeing themselves, and if you think that this may be slightly exaggerated, then clearly you have not witnessed these athletes in action!

Chieh-Yu Chou wins the inaugural PBS Women Showdown title, a $100,000 event held in Las Vegas featuring 16 of the top female pool players in the world.

Chieh Yu Chou and Jung Lin Chang won the inaugural Apex Mixed Doubles title, a one-day event that took place on February 25th as part of the Pro Billiard Series tournaments held at the CSI Expo Las Vegas.

The 2024 Las Vegas Open by Rums of Puerto Rico concluded in a spectacular fashion as Filipino billiards sensations Chezka Centeno and Lee Vann Corteza emerged victorious, clinching the women’s and men’s titles respectively. This historic win marks the first US Pro Billiard Series title for both athletes, solidifying their prowess on the international billiards stage.

Pia Filler seals an epic comeback with the decisive shot, securing the title and a first prize of $120,000.

Yet another resilience masterclass from Kelly Fisher, who survives three shootouts in a row to clinch the Medalla Light Puerto Rico Women’s Open, securing her record-breaking 6th Predator Pro Billiard Series title.

Konrad Juszczyszyn is the new champion of the 2023 Medalla Light Puerto Rico Open. The Pole earned his first Predator US Pro Billiard Series title and $37,500, defeating Roland Garcia from the Philippines in two sets: 4-2, 4-1.

Five new WPA World Champions were crowned yesterday in Austria as Klagenfurt played host to over 200 billiards stars from around the world, with $400,000 on the line.

Men World 8-Ball: American Shane Van Boening claimed his maiden Predator WPA World 8-Ball Championship title and $75,000 first prize, solidifying his legacy with a 10-7 victory over the talented Sanjin Pehlivanovic from Bosnia Herzegovina.