*Eric: A well-stated appreciation of this great man and the **_unprecedented_** extent of his all-around skills -- an appreciation shared by millions of players and spectators worldwide.*
The greatest thing about Efren is that he just makes everything looks easy I mean if you watched him playing pool you're going to think that playing pool is too easy but when you actually play and try to do what he does it's too different and that why I consider him as the greatest player ever lived
This is an excellent comment that's quite spot-on. Interestingly, it actually applies to what everyone has experienced when they witness the skill of any top entertainment or visual artist, writer, actor, craftsperson, or athlete who is the best at what he/she does for a living. The good ones make it look so easy.
I have seen Efren play in person a few times and there is something very smooth about how he plays. It's hard to describe and it's unlike any other. You couldn't ask for a better champion.
As a Filipino we considered efren as a national treasure, a lot of new upcoming and good Filipino pool players now but i have to say reyes is one in a million, he's like an einstein of pool Micheal Jordan of pool and and tiger woods of pool, hes a living legend and no one can surpass his knowledge of pool knowing he just learned it through experiences
Efren Reyes, or the magician, did not gain his exquisite and unique proficiency from nothing. He started playing pool since he was 8 y/o and now he's 65 y/o (dated today) which means he has been playing pool for 57 years (born August 26, 1954). Efren has mastered the entire pool table angles, strikes force, unimaginable control and precision on the cue ball, and a very high self-confidence with absolutely no vanity (He's very humble and friendly by the way). Two more things about Efren Reyes, he has never underestimated any opponent, and he has never neglected the calculation of any hit no matter how easy the ball is. God bless Efren Bata Reyes.
To my mind Efren is the greatest pool player I've ever seen and that is saying something when you consider all the other great players out there. It's very sad someone had to lose this match. They played equally well. It was a coin flip from the beginning. But I can't say I'm unhappy to see Efren take this one. He's such a humble champion and win or lose he always exhibits courteous and respectful behavior towards his opponents. How can you not want someone like that to win.
john noe : Efren gave Enemin the 1st rack when Efren forget to call his last ball. As Efren did that 2 times on the First rack. Efren on the 2nd rack gave Enemin a game again when he didn’t call his last ball in. Enemin is good. But in all reality. If Reyes wouldn’t of messed up not calling the shots on last pocket. I believe Efren would of taken Eminin the 1st and 2nd set. 👍👍🇺🇸🎱
Watching the Magician just makes you laugh. And it's funny, because I laugh even more when the commentators laugh. And I died when one of them said "this is fun to watch"!!!!! It truly is fun to watch. Especially when they think he set up a bad shot, and then he makes it like "what bad shot?"!!!! 😂😂
He teaches how to play this sport. Have uou noticed in Efrens games in Tournaments, you can see the other players watching him. Because everytime he plays, We All learn something new.
What's great about Bata is that he really enjoy's playing the game and winning. It doesn't matter if it's for $50K or a fountain drink. Still today he's like that way! He just loves the game
Millions of players and fans, and hundreds of professional players from all countries would certainly agree about loving Efren. Efren has had the longest period of peak playing ability of any world-class player in pool history. And about the man himself: I've known Efren for more than 30 years and can personally tell you that he has no equal for a lifetime of being gentlemanly, fair, humble, and respectful of other pros and spectators always -- meanwhile playing with unearthly skill and the imagination and vision of a true genius. A humble genius -- that's a category of genius rarely seen in world history. Such a decent, wholesome man. A wonderful role model for young and older folks alike, and for emerging players everywhere. Pool players of all ages around the world (and millions of non-players too) all love Efren. His skills, sportsmanship and unmistakable human kindness dazzle everyone. He probably has inspired more players to begin playing our wonderful sport, than any player in recent history.
@@raycarltonbilliards5798 well said, love that he stays cool as a cucumber even in frustration. I know he has cussed many times in Tagalog which makes it funnier.
Thank you Ray Carlton Billiards for posting such incredible games. Nail biters if you ask me. Both Efren and Mika had their moments and their lapses. Excellent players, both of them. Efren of course the GOAT.
Thanks for your sincere and well-expressed comment, Jonny. Glad you're enjoying the videos. *Click on the colored pool balls logo* to the immediate left of this reply, and you'll see 40 more of my billiards videos to chose from.
It's not uncommon in TV matches in many countries.. It's primarily related to players not benefitting by accidently lucking-in the nine, and then the rule of calling it has to -- in the interests of uniformity -- be extended to even very obvious shots on the nine itself. Tournament directors, promoters and sponsors have discretion for a moderate amount of specialized rules for their productions, as do regional tournament promoters and even certain leagues.
hello Bro EFREN, You r so gud till now, i like watch your matches till now,,,,,,i learned lot from your mind,,,,,,,make more magics ,,,,,, I am from INDIA -STATE ,GOA
People may someday acquire/duplicate Efren's skill/expertise in billiard but never his character and humbleness in the mid of all his triumph in life on and off the table.- - - jpr'62(C-1980 / O-4660)
Efren plays *_all cue sports disciplines at a world-class level_* He is the greatest *_all-around player_* in the 174-year history of professional pool , in my opinion. ~ Ray C.
The Magician does it again what a great match Efren truly is clutch when it comes to the big money game he's the greatest ever in my eyes and I've been watching him for a long long time I hope he just keeps going on and on he's an icon back home and all the kids shooting pool idolizes him another filipino great we can look up to and be proud ..... God bless you Efren
Great and totally accurate comment, Santiago. Many millions of Efren fans -- *in every country around the world where pool is played* -- feel the same way. Thanks for sharing your sentiments about this very beloved man who is definitely a pool genius.
La gran ventaja del maestro de maestros Efren Reyes es super humilde y sereno, despues de cada jugada queda en una exelente posisicion para la siguiente y maneja bien el brazo derecho e izquierdo ya me imagino que en trigonometria sera un capo.
That call the 9-ball rule sucks. I know it's a lot of money, but if I was Mika I would have the decency to just let Efren have that game that he didn't call the 9-ball. He could have just purposefully fouled or missed the ball, or also not called the 9-ball.
That rule is not remotely uncommon in *TV matches* in many countries. It's primarily related to players not accidently lucking-in the nine, and then has to -- in the interests of fairness and *legal consistency* -- be extended to even *very obvious shots* on the nine itself. Tournament directors, promoters and sponsors have discretion for a moderate amount of specialized rules for their productions, as do regional tournament promoters and even certain leagues. Efren was at the pre-match players meeting for this tournament along with an English-fluent countryman who ensured that Efren completely understood every rule. As with all internationally respected pros, Mika has no *decency-deficit* in his character.
@@paullydon222 His opponent is Mika Immonen. He is actually one of the few European players that I actually like. In the end the rightful person won though.
efren is fantastic to watch. its a joy to watch him play. i wish i could play him, though my eye sight isn't good for the 9' tables. its just a pleasure to see someone that capable with a cue. i've made more masse's than i've missed. i can shoot right handed, left handed, one handed right, one handed left. lol... n while i have the skill to be a professional pool player. i've been in 1 or 2 competitions and just hated it. absolutely hated it. the energy of the room chokes me out, n i just love playing in a pool hall with strangers, talking, joking, having a good time. the problem with people like me though, is they think i'm trying to hustle. n i have to explain, i don't play for money.
Bo -- if you make your advanced skills *clearly obvious* as you unhesitatingly do, then no rational or *pool-wise* onlooker would think you're a hustler. The essential element (and moneymaking tool) of a seasoned "hustler" is to not reveal his/her true speed (ability level) until the "mark" (victim) and the wager, is ripe, and the stakes are sufficiently high. IOW, you can't possibly be there to empty the wallets of any player or player's backer. Only very naive room denizens would think you're a hustler of any kind.
Can someone explain why are there so many dislikes on every pool video, even on amazing games??? I come from darts community and when something is awesome sure as hell it gets appreciated.
Milos: *A considerable percentage of the dislikes or adverse comments on almost all pool forums come from small-pocket fans* who personally don't like the pocket sizes used worldwide for 8-, 9-, and 10-ball games and tournaments And they have a perfect right to see things that way and to express their opinion, but a reasonable question to ask is *Why do some dislkers watch pool videos if they don't like the pocket sizes?* -- seems like a waste of their time. We all are partial to some things and not others -- that's probably why good restaurants offer so many choices on their menus. *Myself, I like any and all cue sports (including snooker, a wonderful game) and the champions who play any of them* .
Really a great game.....fantastic match-up! Felt bad for Efren when he did not call; felt bad for Immonen when the balls got tangled up in final game. Lots of pressure I guess.....
To stay sane, a person like Immonen cannot think he LOST $50 thousand. Losing is when you have something in your possession and no longer do. Also, I remember a golfer had a long putt to win and made it. He was ask how he handled the pressure. He replied, No pressure at all. In I get $250 thousand. Miss I get $175 thousand.
Wow, that was a nail biter. It seems to me, with my beleaguered mind, the rule requiring a pocket call on the 9-ball is rather arbitrary and silly, particularly because there is no requirement to call the pockets with any other ball so it's easy to forget after running eight balls in a row. And it offers no insight into the inherent skills of the player. But it was a great match and I appreciate your posting it Ray Carlton.
I much prefer to see ALTERNATE brakes. In theory, if a player keeps winning each rack when there is no ALTERNATE breaks, he could win the entire match and never give the other player any chance to win. Hardly seems fair.
User-dw: Winner breaking; alternate breaking; trailing player breaking; have been, are always will be, the dilemma for tournament producers when they're formatting a production . _The fairness of alternate breaking, the come-from-behind appeal of trailer-breaks, the ticket-sales appeal of watching a totally in-stroke champion running six-seven- eight -- even nine or ten racks made possible by a winner-breaks format_ . . . *these are always tough decisions for promoters and producers and TV directors*
Not me. If you want control of the table, you should have to take it and not give it up. Alt breaking lets players be more risky knowing they will gain control of the table soon again no matter what.
lol, 1:08:10, Efren forgot to call the 9 ball again (although that was so obvious), and the crown was making the noise. At first, I thought they were rude making the sound when a player was focusing the last ball but the fact was they were reminding Efren to call the 9 ball pocket. That was awesome. :)
@@planetX15 any game can be or can not be, its whether or not its stipulated in tournament rules that matters.i was woundering why he didnt call and concidered tiredness,but maybe you have a point with 9 ball not usually being a called pocket game.i only watch reyes as i like the guy and am not found of the mouthy yanks,so i cant really say if 9 or 10 ball is more popular with calling pockets.
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Did the Challenge of Champions change names or what happened to it. I can find no reference to it past 2016
@@rogerscottcathey They did change their name to "International Challenge of Champions".
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Efren Reyes. What a legend. I'm happy that I was born at a time that allowed me to witness such a player.
*Eric: A well-stated appreciation of this great man and the **_unprecedented_** extent of his all-around skills -- an appreciation shared by millions of players and spectators worldwide.*
The greatest thing about Efren is that he just makes everything looks easy I mean if you watched him playing pool you're going to think that playing pool is too easy but when you actually play and try to do what he does it's too different and that why I consider him as the greatest player ever lived
This is an excellent comment that's quite spot-on. Interestingly, it actually applies to what everyone has experienced when they witness the skill of any top entertainment or visual artist, writer, actor, craftsperson, or athlete who is the best at what he/she does for a living. The good ones make it look so easy.
I imagine you have to start very young to be as good as Efren?
I have seen Efren play in person a few times and there is something very smooth about how he plays. It's hard to describe and it's unlike any other. You couldn't ask for a better champion.
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100% agree... that's why I study him, always calm and fluid.
As a Filipino we considered efren as a national treasure, a lot of new upcoming and good Filipino pool players now but i have to say reyes is one in a million, he's like an einstein of pool Micheal Jordan of pool and and tiger woods of pool, hes a living legend and no one can surpass his knowledge of pool knowing he just learned it through experiences
As a Navy guy, I made the best Filipino friends shooting pool. I was raised with a table so I could usually hold my own.
Messi of pool
He’s actually closer to one in a billion
Efren Reyes, or the magician, did not gain his exquisite and unique proficiency from nothing. He started playing pool since he was 8 y/o and now he's 65 y/o (dated today) which means he has been playing pool for 57 years (born August 26, 1954).
Efren has mastered the entire pool table angles, strikes force, unimaginable control and precision on the cue ball, and a very high self-confidence with absolutely no vanity (He's very humble and friendly by the way).
Two more things about Efren Reyes, he has never underestimated any opponent, and he has never neglected the calculation of any hit no matter how easy the ball is.
God bless Efren Bata Reyes.
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He began playing at 5
The two commentators Mitch & Allen did their jobs very very well.
Thanks for the positive and very apt comment, Angie.👌👍💪☺
To my mind Efren is the greatest pool player I've ever seen and that is saying something when you consider all the other great players out there. It's very sad someone had to lose this match. They played equally well. It was a coin flip from the beginning. But I can't say I'm unhappy to see Efren take this one. He's such a humble champion and win or lose he always exhibits courteous and respectful behavior towards his opponents. How can you not want someone like that to win.
john noe : Efren gave Enemin the 1st rack when Efren forget to call his last ball. As Efren did that 2 times on the First rack. Efren on the 2nd rack gave Enemin a game again when he didn’t call his last ball in. Enemin is good. But in all reality. If Reyes wouldn’t of messed up not calling the shots on last pocket. I believe Efren would of taken Eminin the 1st and 2nd set. 👍👍🇺🇸🎱
I used to play with Efren when he’d visit Hard Times in Bellflower, Ca. Some great games with him. Very talented and down to earth guy.
Priceless experience
"Tiger Woods is the Efren Reyes of Golf!" Well said!
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤the smoothness of his shooting, and composed style!😮😮😮😮😮!
Beautiful and perfectly expressed comment, Leo. Thanks for posting it.
Only Efren can do such a comeback like that....the magician...the greatest
Much love and respect to the legend himself, Mr. Reyes the GOAT !
Watching the Magician just makes you laugh. And it's funny, because I laugh even more when the commentators laugh. And I died when one of them said "this is fun to watch"!!!!! It truly is fun to watch. Especially when they think he set up a bad shot, and then he makes it like "what bad shot?"!!!! 😂😂
Reyes is so cool under pressure. Wow
EFREN IS A VERY CALCULATED BILLIARD PLAYER.THE BEST IN THE WORLD.....PHILIPPINES .
Efren is always a crowd favorite. I can't blame them. He is always humble and a gentleman and a good ambassador to the sport of billiard!
He teaches how to play this sport. Have uou noticed in Efrens games in Tournaments, you can see the other players watching him. Because everytime he plays,
We All learn something new.
The way to describe Effen's style of play is "PROFESSIONAL".
It's mystical!
Absolutely 😊AMAZING WIN BY EFREN REYES. CONGRATULATIONS.
We agree !!! Thanks for posting this Norma. Glad you enjoyed it so.
Awsome final match.. Effron kept his cool and made very nice shots towards the end.. GOAT..
Glad you enjoyed it, Naveen. Thanks for the positive feedback. ~ Ray C.
What's great about Bata is that he really enjoy's playing the game and winning. It doesn't matter if it's for $50K or a fountain drink. Still today he's like that way! He just loves the game
somebody needs to make a movie about him already..
Efrend Reyes is a very humble E-friendly pool player and Re-yes to allways have to win congrats for the greatest player of all time god bless, amigo💖🙏
Millions of players around the world agree with you, Reynaldo
The true champions are..the fans :) Efren is a Hero :)
Efren is a hero in the PHILIPENES, HE!S MY HERO AS WELL..tHE WORLD NEEDS MORE PEOPLE LIKE eFREN.
Millions of players and fans, and hundreds of professional players from all countries would certainly agree about loving Efren. Efren has had the longest period of peak playing ability of any world-class player in pool history. And about the man himself:
I've known Efren for more than 30 years and can personally tell you that he has no equal for a lifetime of being gentlemanly, fair, humble, and respectful of other pros and spectators always -- meanwhile playing with unearthly skill and the imagination and vision of a true genius. A humble genius -- that's a category of genius rarely seen in world history. Such a decent, wholesome man. A wonderful role model for young and older folks alike, and for emerging players everywhere. Pool players of all ages around the world (and millions of non-players too) all love Efren. His skills, sportsmanship and unmistakable human kindness dazzle everyone. He probably has inspired more players to begin playing our wonderful sport, than any player in recent history.
@@raycarltonbilliards5798 very well said sir
@@raycarltonbilliards5798 well said, love that he stays cool as a cucumber even in frustration. I know he has cussed many times in Tagalog which makes it funnier.
Thank you Ray Carlton Billiards for posting such incredible games. Nail biters if you ask me. Both Efren and Mika had their moments and their lapses. Excellent players, both of them. Efren of course the GOAT.
Thanks for your always positive and perceptive comments Triple Uga.
We love Efren BATA Reyes! GOAT!
Reyes my favorite player. Watch these everyday. Hope to learn!
Good attitude, Christiane. Nice to hear comments like this from new players.
What a priviledge to watch excellence at a chosen sport, thankyou gentlemen you will be inspiration for lifetime's.
Thanks for your sincere and well-expressed comment, Jonny. Glad you're enjoying the videos. *Click on the colored pool balls logo* to the immediate left of this reply, and you'll see 40 more of my billiards videos to chose from.
Efren reyes es único no pueden compararlo con nadie siempre tiene un as en la manga sensacional
I tell you nice legendary billiards matches collection you have.
Thank you for sending those kind words, Ronnie. I''m very pleased that you're enjoying them. Makes my time and archiving efforts worthwhile.
Efren is the most calming person ever existed!!!
not calling the 9 ball for an obvious pocket as a foul is ridiculously stupid.
It's not uncommon in TV matches in many countries.. It's primarily related to players not benefitting by accidently lucking-in the nine, and then the rule of calling it has to -- in the interests of uniformity -- be extended to even very obvious shots on the nine itself. Tournament directors, promoters and sponsors have discretion for a moderate amount of specialized rules for their productions, as do regional tournament promoters and even certain leagues.
hello Bro EFREN, You r so gud till now, i like watch your matches till now,,,,,,i learned lot from your mind,,,,,,,make more magics ,,,,,,
I am from INDIA -STATE ,GOA
People may someday acquire/duplicate Efren's skill/expertise in billiard but never his character and humbleness in the mid of all his triumph in life on and off the table.- - - jpr'62(C-1980 / O-4660)
The best game I have ever seen
Both great player
Very tight fight
But Efren are the best of them 👍👌
Glad you enjoyed it, Shiela. ~ Ray C.
Efren Reyes is the best ever player in the world...
Efren reyes vs invincible willie mosconi
Once magician always magician. Efren all the best
Amazing "BATA"
Reyes is the best I've ever seen. he is in the CONVERSATION of being the greatest of all time.
I'm not saying he is best of al time but he is definitely in that conversation.....
Efren plays *_all cue sports disciplines at a world-class level_* He is the greatest *_all-around player_* in the 174-year history of professional pool , in my opinion. ~ Ray C.
Man, those guys are good. Thanks again Ray Carlton Billiards for another fine show.
Glad you liked this one too, Michael.
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Good job, Congratulation Efren.
champion, champion Efren Reyes pride of the ❤❤
Thank You For this Vid
Glad you enjoyed it, Andrew.
Agreed! It was a pleasure to watch
The Best Pool Player Ever
The Magician does it again what a great match Efren truly is clutch when it comes to the big money game he's the greatest ever in my eyes and I've been watching him for a long long time I hope he just keeps going on and on he's an icon back home and all the kids shooting pool idolizes him another filipino great we can look up to and be proud ..... God bless you Efren
Great and totally accurate comment, Santiago. Many millions of Efren fans -- *in every country around the world where pool is played* -- feel the same way. Thanks for sharing your sentiments about this very beloved man who is definitely a pool genius.
Efren is the Michael Jordan of billiards
Michael Jordan is the efren Reyes of basketball…
Arrogant comment
Great presentation from ESPN
Glad you enjoyed it, JT. I know you'll equally enjoy many of these other ones of mine that feature plenty of great pool:
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La gran ventaja del maestro de maestros Efren Reyes es super humilde y sereno, despues de cada jugada queda en una exelente posisicion para la siguiente y maneja bien el brazo derecho e izquierdo ya me imagino que en trigonometria sera un capo.
..ireyes remsja
Efren reyes waktu remaja
He is always playing with the higher purse in one of the biggest tournament in history of 8 9 10, he must be a goat
That call the 9-ball rule sucks. I know it's a lot of money, but if I was Mika I would have the decency to just let Efren have that game that he didn't call the 9-ball. He could have just purposefully fouled or missed the ball, or also not called the 9-ball.
That rule is not remotely uncommon in *TV matches* in many countries. It's primarily related to players not accidently lucking-in the nine, and then has to -- in the interests of fairness and *legal consistency* -- be extended to even *very obvious shots* on the nine itself. Tournament directors, promoters and sponsors have discretion for a moderate amount of specialized rules for their productions, as do regional tournament promoters and even certain leagues. Efren was at the pre-match players meeting for this tournament along with an English-fluent countryman who ensured that Efren completely understood every rule. As with all internationally respected pros, Mika has no *decency-deficit* in his character.
Maybe Mika would have gave it to him but he wasn't playing Mika. Lol
@@paullydon222 His opponent is Mika Immonen. He is actually one of the few European players that I actually like. In the end the rightful person won though.
@@RichardsWorld I commented before I realized tbe match with Mika was following the 1st match.
Right on bro. But Mike needed every game.
Mr. Cool! Mr. Excellent!
Efren Reyes pride of the Philippines ❤❤❤
efren is fantastic to watch. its a joy to watch him play. i wish i could play him, though my eye sight isn't good for the 9' tables. its just a pleasure to see someone that capable with a cue. i've made more masse's than i've missed. i can shoot right handed, left handed, one handed right, one handed left. lol... n while i have the skill to be a professional pool player. i've been in 1 or 2 competitions and just hated it. absolutely hated it. the energy of the room chokes me out, n i just love playing in a pool hall with strangers, talking, joking, having a good time. the problem with people like me though, is they think i'm trying to hustle. n i have to explain, i don't play for money.
Bo -- if you make your advanced skills *clearly obvious* as you unhesitatingly do, then no rational or *pool-wise* onlooker would think you're a hustler. The essential element (and moneymaking tool) of a seasoned "hustler" is to not reveal his/her true speed (ability level) until the "mark" (victim) and the wager, is ripe, and the stakes are sufficiently high. IOW, you can't possibly be there to empty the wallets of any player or player's backer. Only very naive room denizens would think you're a hustler of any kind.
Efren we Love YOU
The difference in players in any sport is how they play under pressure. This guy (Reyes) just makes them wilt.
Applies to life in general -- pressure reveals character.
the iceman wilted when he made a costly error in the sudden death match
Respect handed back and forth on the end of second rack, love it!
A very accurate and positive comment. Refreshing to hear sentiments like that. Tyvm.
congratulations idol ❤
Can someone explain why are there so many dislikes on every pool video, even on amazing games??? I come from darts community and when something is awesome sure as hell it gets appreciated.
Milos: *A considerable percentage of the dislikes or adverse comments on almost all pool forums come from small-pocket fans* who personally don't like the pocket sizes used worldwide for 8-, 9-, and 10-ball games and tournaments And they have a perfect right to see things that way and to express their opinion, but a reasonable question to ask is *Why do some dislkers watch pool videos if they don't like the pocket sizes?* -- seems like a waste of their time. We all are partial to some things and not others -- that's probably why good restaurants offer so many choices on their menus. *Myself, I like any and all cue sports (including snooker, a wonderful game) and the champions who play any of them* .
From Sydney Australia I always watching my kababayan Efren bata Reyes.he is really a magician
Glad you're enjoying the experience, Elena. And your pride is well justified. ~ Ray C.
In His prime, he is the GOAT of pool 2nd is strickland
The god of billiard the legend the champions
Thanks great game Efren the best jet lagged tired true Champion and Sportsmanship
Really a great game.....fantastic match-up! Felt bad for Efren when he did not call; felt bad for Immonen when the balls got tangled up in final game. Lots of pressure I guess.....
My 2 favorite players EVER!!!😎👍
Excellent plays by both players!!
Very entertaining finals match! Effren the beast 💯
Glad you enjoyed it, Juan Carlo. Thanks for the comment.
I love to watch these old matches but BOY is it tough to identify the balls! I’m laying out the table in my head but setting up for the wrong ball
Fantastic both players Congrats Mr Reyes
My first time to watch this game
Welcome aboard, Joseph. Thanks for the comment. Glad you enjoyed the match.
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To stay sane, a person like Immonen cannot think he LOST $50 thousand. Losing is when you have something in your possession and no longer do. Also, I remember a golfer had a long putt to win and made it. He was ask how he handled the pressure.
He replied, No pressure at all. In I get $250 thousand. Miss I get $175 thousand.
Most beautiful game in the world
Well said, Russell. Millions of players around the world would agree with you. A game that brings a lifetime of pleasure playing and watching it.
At that level,lucky is very important.Good video!😊
Good thing that Mika Immonen seems to have won the fought against his cancer
A very good thing indeed!
I'm glad Efren Won in this tournament. That taiwanese is good but Efren Bested him too on the way to becoming a Champ in the End. ...
0:21 efren was like
"You're already finished,my friend"
Go go go efren bro from Saudi god bless
Wow wow now I now why Efren is Efren. The man fought wars on the table
I miss when espn actually used to show pool
Too much BS. Some players decided they needed to have agents. The fighting got so bad ESPN told them to grow up and stopped showing pool.
that pressure cut on that nine THATS WHY BATA IS THE BEST EVER!!!!!
Efren bata reyes the best player 9 balls champion god bless I am watching from riyadh saudi i am also proud a Filipino god to be glory see u
I broke my right hand, and can now play left handed. Mainly because I just love to shoot pool.
What a super shot by Efrain amezing
THE LEGENDARY EFREN BATA REYES WALA KANANG KATULAD ISA KANG ALAMAT NG BILLIARD
Wow, that was a nail biter. It seems to me, with my beleaguered mind, the rule requiring a pocket call on the 9-ball is rather arbitrary and silly, particularly because there is no requirement to call the pockets with any other ball so it's easy to forget after running eight balls in a row. And it offers no insight into the inherent skills of the player. But it was a great match and I appreciate your posting it Ray Carlton.
Efren's face at 00:28 LOL who thought of presenting players this way
Reyes is the best !
I much prefer to see ALTERNATE brakes. In theory, if a player keeps winning each rack when there is no ALTERNATE breaks, he could win the entire match and never give the other player any chance to win. Hardly seems fair.
User-dw: Winner breaking; alternate breaking; trailing player breaking; have been, are always will be, the dilemma for tournament producers when they're formatting a production . _The fairness of alternate breaking, the come-from-behind appeal of trailer-breaks, the ticket-sales appeal of watching a totally in-stroke champion running six-seven- eight -- even nine or ten racks made possible by a winner-breaks format_ . . . *these are always tough decisions for promoters and producers and TV directors*
Not me. If you want control of the table, you should have to take it and not give it up. Alt breaking lets players be more risky knowing they will gain control of the table soon again no matter what.
Efren knew he fouled the 8 ball. You can tell by the way he scratched his head. I think he felt guilty and played bad position to bank the 8
I had to watch again to see how the ball moved, he hit it with his cue
yes he did, absolutely he can bank the 8 but he give the rack for mika.. fair enough
@@r.w.s4112 yea, that's what I think too, Efren was in the zone, I don't think he would miss the bank unless it was on purpose
do not like the color of balls. I can't tell one from the other. wish they would standardize ball colors.
I hear ya....I had the same problemo
Not just a goat bcoz nobody does it like him he moves the white ball that nobody like he does... he is the God of billiard..!!!!
The GOAT.
Efferen has ice water in his veins to win like that
Steve Kurk you're absolutely right!!
Where do you get that 9 ball press racking tool?
www.ebay.com/itm/175290206968?hash=item28d01c4af8:g:A4gAAOSwCHdibWhP
Efren was a billiards attendant at age of 5....lives on the table
He talks about it during this interview (Tagalog with English subtitles):
ruclips.net/video/6s2DEuoNMQ4/видео.html
1:24:29 Was epic!!!!! Pointing at the pocket like a BOSS!!!!!! He went to work!!!!
thegdoat1 😆😆😆 yep, how do these people get so good
I was worried Reyes was going 2 loose but the lesson here is ALWAYS CALL YOUR SHOTS! 😃
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Agradezco su agradable comentario, Alejandro, y estoy bastante contento de que esté viendo y disfrutando mis videos.
God gave him a wonderful gift 👍
And Efren is a gift to us!!!
The way he shoots is not just luck or skill
lol, 1:08:10, Efren forgot to call the 9 ball again (although that was so obvious), and the crown was making the noise. At first, I thought they were rude making the sound when a player was focusing the last ball but the fact was they were reminding Efren to call the 9 ball pocket. That was awesome. :)
I thought 10-ball is a call pocket game not 9-ball?
@@planetX15 any game can be or can not be, its whether or not its stipulated in tournament rules that matters.i was woundering why he didnt call and concidered tiredness,but maybe you have a point with 9 ball not usually being a called pocket game.i only watch reyes as i like the guy and am not found of the mouthy yanks,so i cant really say if 9 or 10 ball is more popular with calling pockets.
The best game I have ever seen
When there is a huge check, Efren won't lose Lol, when it's a friendly match you will see him lose against a lot of different players.