2014 World Championship - Discussion

[Cyril]

I think it was Doug Mountjoy

In fact, Doug almost certainly holds the record for the "fastest" maiden title. He'd only just been accepted as a Professional when he was invited to and won the '77 Masters.

If we're talking Worlds then I'd say Dennis. He turned pro in 1971/72, so 13/14 years.

[Cyril]

Or Donaldson, first entered in 1933 and won it in 1947 after Joe had retired.

[PatBlock]

Nice split from MacManus, hope he wins this one, 3 - 0 wouldn't be good...

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[daffie]

Yes come on Alan get this frame on the board.

[P.Smith]

156 points were scored in that frame.

[daffie]

Phew...that was one heck of a frame Good to see Alan take it in the end.

[cyberheater]

If you really must...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CvYymQZrx6Y

Skip to 18:20 in the video and enjoy. :tongue:

Epic time wasting. I still think Ebdons is the best in terms of how classy he played it.

[daffie]

Dominic should really make sure he takes this 6th frame...4-2 behind is ok, but 5-1 is not a good prospect against Hawkins.

[mythman69]

Dominic should really make sure he takes this 6th frame...4-2 behind is ok, but 5-1 is not a good prospect against Hawkins.

4-2 it is

I am hoping for a decider.

[daffie]

4-2 it is

I am hoping for a decider.

Very nice...well done Dom. Hoping for a decider (as always) as well.

The McManus -Selby match is a strangely muted one. Still enjoyable to watch.

[HIPPY147]

The Hawk looking good
Selby V McManus neither player playing well this frame

[Where's Willie?]

Weird to watch a Selby match where he is the one getting frustrated and trying to pick up the pace and open the balls up. McManus is giving him a taste of his own medicine!

[cyberheater]

McManus is doing a Selby on Selby.

[Table_of_Reds]

Hawkins is getting so lucky in this match. How many bad safeties can he play and not leave the ball on?

[HIPPY147]

Barry luck might have just ran out spoke to soon