22 Minutes of Luca Brecel Playing Impossible Shots | 2023 WSC

[@noplan724]

Absolutely deserved. Williams, O'Sullivan, Selby... that was a journey!

[@jeremywilliams5107]

As was going out on the lash after the first two rounds and driving back to Belgium after the quarters. You can see also the effect his experience at artistic billiards and 'carambolge' has had.

[@aidiniotisv]

@@jeremywilliams5107 does he really have experience in billiards? when did he say that?

[@GTKomissaR]

It's funny that I called Brecel the hidden favorite in the title race before the 2022 WSC when he lost in the 1st round. Right place, wrong time :)

[@jeremywilliams5107]

@@aidiniotisv He did turn snooker professional at a young age, but the club he came/comes from had a strong presence in both billiard forms(both are more popular than snooker here). He has played both billiards forms, and I _suspect_ that's why his touch can be exquisite.

[@jakehope6811]

Not to forget Beating Walden where he very nearly suffered from a comeback loss to Ricky …and the greatest comeback of crucible history against Si juahui!! Awesome tournament from the world champ

[@abhijeetkulkarni9612]

This was truly phenomenal! He played with so much craft and confidence; absolutely fearless ! Thoroughly deserved the championship!!❤❤

[@nmtb1972]

The most impressive part of this compilation is that nearly every single shot mattered.

[@scrabblekid35]

The video I was looking for. Brecel was just magic

[@theherbalizer5145]

Best snooker channel by far. Fantastic, quality production. And as for Luca, well, maybe he has heralded a new era of snooker. What a champion!

[@Romalian1]

Tequila007 says hello ;)

[@hippopotomonstro3713]

As Belgian and fan of snooker, I follow him since his pro debut. Although his pot is probably the best on the circuit, his safety game has always been poor, and his cue ball control too. But I see he has improved quite a lot his cue ball control in this tournament. But it can still be improved and his safety game by a big margin. Just to tell that I never thought he had the weapons to win this tournament. He's just demonstrated that I was wrong, and with the margin of improvment he still has, lord, he can do some other great results. He's also very close to be world n°1 if he gets nice results this season, he's so close in the rankings. This being said, I wonder if he could become the 1st player to defend his 1st world title. That's a huge challenge. So far, in the Crucible history, only 2 players were close to that by reaching the final the following year : Ken Doherty losing 18-12 to Higgins (1998) and Joe Johnson losing to Steve Davis 18-14 (1987).

[@johnmc3862]

He could, it just also how good Stephen Hendry was winning 5 in a row and he couldn’t overcome the curse either.

[@bonavox11]

Luca played an amazing tournament, such a joy to watch. Thank you Luca for playing your kind of snooker !

[@tonybarfridge4369]

What, winning?

[@obscurazone]

That cut to the middle pocket, playing away, was one of the best shots Ive ever seen. Such a curious player! Ive been watching him for years and hes never made sny impression at all. Then all of a sudden he's the best player in the world and every bookie's/commentators favourite!

[@Cory_Springer]

I've loved to watch Luca ever since the first time I saw him. Very much deserved!

[@majinoce]

I also love his positive and enjoyable style of play. Coming from mainland Europe, he certainly is a hero for me too. I must say, however, that sometimes when his play didn't come together, it was almost painful for me. But this year's WSC was marvelous! So happy for him. I wish him all the best for the future and I hope he will continue enjoying his game!

[@stephenr8615]

Every player he beat was so happy for him (well, maybe not Williams). Remarkable. Any player would be happy to have this compilation from an entire season, not a single tournament. Amazing stuff.

[@martintemelkov]

I am so damn happy for Luca! I've been rating him for years and years. This man has always been a special talent and finally - finally he's living up to the expectations and then some. Brilliant player. I was (and still am, of course) absolutely thrilled when he won the Championship. How do you get from "winning your first game in the Crucible" to "beating Williams, Ronnie and Selby" and "becoming World Champion"??? Special.

[@hippopotomonstro3713]

By beating Williams, Ronnie and Selby, he has beat 14 world titles in that tournament. I compared to all winners at the Crucible and this is a record. If he could be the 1st one to defend his 1st title, that would be something too. I'll keep a close eye at the rankings this season too, as he's so close to n°1 spot.

[@doraemon402]

They should use a dotted cueball so that we could really appreciate the spin on the ball

[@LineBallPool]

Brecel, what a journey. Congrats and well deserved. Love coming back, I'll certainly enjoying coming back and watching this video every once in a while.

[@kl1467]

That match against Si Jia Hui was insane. Brecel came back from being 7-14 jesus

[@martijnstengs3879]

Match fixing for sure. It seems to me a little bit strange that Hui could not finish it

[@nighthawk4028]

​@@martijnstengs3879Si Jiahui Overconfident si lost it.

[@mrD66M]

​@@martijnstengs3879says someone who's never player a best of 33 match

[@johnmc3862]

Si biggest bottler in crucible history!

[@urla_180]

​@@johnmc3862no 😂😂😂.

[@andyjay9346]

Truly an enjoy to watch. Thanks!

[@maxetrafke7394]

What a journey....Full of respects Mr Brecel. You deserved it. Most of the pots you ve made were totally unpottable in other circumstances, and thats the beauty of this sport. THANK YOU :)

[@sjs260563]

one of the best tournaments in the last few years

[@frankdelar]

I will remember this tournament all my life, the most beautiful tournament in the history of Snooker, Thank you Luca

[@einarvindenes9509]

What a outstanding player!as a fellow europeen im proud on your behalf acheaving the wc trophy 😊

[@Shashuman_Viraja94]

Most insane comeback i have ever seen on such an important semi final. I always had high expectations from Luca and today, he wrote history

[@sayeedafridi9747]

So happy for Luca Brecel. One of my favorite players, super entertaining..

[@sdrtcacgnrjrc]

Makes me smile seeing the journey and the final again

[@bennylloyd-willner9667]

I'm so happy for him, talk about performance under pressure💪💪💪

[@tardismechanic2319]

Good lord I havent watched snooker in years, but WOW

[@bavaagaming4184]

Absolutely incredible. 🎉🎉🎉

[@killanotterinasecond]

Brilliant, I enjoyed every second of that tournament. Luca thoroughly deserved it. Also I've found my new drinking game with this video. Drink every time a commentator says "what a shot".

[@8ballphil150]

TO POT AND BREAK THE YELLOW AND BROWN WAS AN INCREDIBLE SHOT .

[@einarvindenes9509]

Truly outstanding performance. Thank god a europeen held the trophy high this year ❤😊😊😊

[@philippegilson]

Hello Luca ! Ik bewonder je vooruitgang. Het is ongeloofelijk Geat Champion ! J'admire ta progression. C'est incroyable Grand Champion ! Phil. Peace.

[@Shashuman_Viraja94]

Writing another comment as this video popped up again and made me nostalgic. It is not about Luca being victorious but it is about the way he won. Snooker Gods were inside him that day, never seen such insane comebacks and not to mention, the number of exhibition shots he pulled out.

[@TimkaD736]

Luca went full offensive with minimal regard to safety taking on the shots that no other player would... and somehow it worked. A man on a mission and not even Ronnie the great could stand in his way. If Luca continues like that he's gonna wreck so many hopes and dreams. By far the bravest snooker player.

[@jameswalkden7499]

Phenomenal shot compilation, but, watching this back reminded me of how luck favours the brave. Sometimes you just have to admit to fate and say the snooker gods had his name on the trophy from day one.

[@mariolondyn50]

Phenomenal shots , huges mentality progress . His ride in semi final from state 7:14 was just incredible . Any way , Selby played weake the final match .

[@esmaeillrastipour4324]

Amazing Thanks a lot for this video😍

[@faisal4455357]

What a journey it was 🫡

[@andreaitalia2605]

The shot at 10.20 is something crazy....What a shot!!!!!

[@kirkh666joejoe]

phenomenal

[@christianchapman9420]

Had no idea he was this good

[@davidblake1663]

I had no idea *anyone* could be this good.

[@pastrychef1985]

That red development at 19:10 is🤩

[@dj90-d8q]

Ronnie has been my favourite over the years but in my opinion this one tournament performance by Luca equals all of Ronnie's best ever in the game , such an amazing talent young Luca Brecel

[@paultapscott4868]

Dennis Taylor ‘There you see it’, ‘And now you don’t!’ A classic

[@ВадимШлычков-ъ6ш]

Очень красивая игра! Поздравляю Чемпиона!

[@pepepepper3488]

22 minutes of Brecel doing impossible shots.

[@GTKomissaR]

Yeah, your comment is better than the original title of the video :)

[@tonybarfridge4369]

Even I could've played that last shot where the red flew off the table

[@davidblake1663]

What an exciting player. Belgium is now famous for Beer, Boys pissing, and Brecel.

[@vainparasite]

Its great watching pro's they always look so natural, like they were born with a cue in their hands. I never used to think about potting when i was younger but now at 53 ive no idea where to look when im playing a simple shot. it drives me mad, i dont suppose it helps that my left eye has gone lazy and im really right eye dominant but im lucky to pot 3 in a row nowadays. im completely lost.

[@Varrik159]

Never been a more deserving World Champion 👏

[@Jason-ww3xi]

Think this run goes down as the best WC victory of all time, pre-Crucible included. Genuinely still can't figure out how he dodged so many bullets. 9-6 up and pulled back to 9-9 first round, slots in a lovely 80+. 11-8 up and dragged back to even by Williams, pulls away with another two 70 odd belters. 6-2 down against Ronnie, then 10-6, and absolutely pulverises the next seven to coast. 14-5 down in the semi, and not only wins but wins without needing a decider. 16-10 to 16-15 in the final against the most imperious destroyer of leads in snooker history. Nerveless century to close it out. And all this not only having never won a game at the Crucible, but being on the receiving end of some of the most bitter and brutal final frames. Just complete sorcery that he pulled this off. Doesn't make sense.

[@GTKomissaR]

I prefer BIngham's WSC run in 2015, when he won against 4 world championships (Dott, Ronnie, Trump, Murphy) to lift the title. This was one of the most sensational performances I've ever seen, and it wasn't a fluke, Stuart was a better player in every match he played.

[@Jason-ww3xi]

@@GTKomissaR Yeah Bingham's run did get a notable mention in my mind. But the fact that he was the better player is why I opted for Brecel. Bingham was rarely in deep water. Brecel managed to pluck himself out of it countless times. Imagine having stuck a score on him immediately after his second session with Ronnie? Anyone would've called it a donation, and with good reason. Never mind Si's green at 14-9.

[@paulgreen758]

Luca will win more world championships, but I think if Ronnie has the desire he will get the 8th, both of them and Jimmy and Alex are the best people to ever wield a cue

[@siripong3505]

U r next Ronnie I will smile every shot congratulations champion

[@simonread2011]

Some of the best snooker shots around crazy

[@gunasekhar9029]

I still can't believe this miracle. He could have lost any one of those matches easily if a frame or 2 didn't go his way. And with Si when he was 14-7 down he had to win all his frames and he did. What a miracle.

[@troyberber2324]

Long time coming. Well done Luca. About fucking time 😂

[@MattiK2609]

Luca was a beast throughout the whole tournament! I never thought he would even manage to defeat Ronnie O'Sullivan 😧

[@pauldelcour]

I wished he'd win and by G he did and how! You can tell by the more than experienced commentators how intuitively good he is. And what a thoroughly enjoyable snooker player he is. More more more!

[@wilfredojimenez5024]

#ESTE CABALLERO #JUGO PARA #GANAR CONTRA LOS MEJORES.. FELICITACIONES

[@alerigali]

Amazing, unique player. But defeating Selby the jerk in the final just make it even better

[@britdragster]

His only goal initially was just to get through the first round, after that, he was free to play his natural game. And boy did he. I've been touting him as a potential world champ for the 5 or 6yrs and I'm glad he's realised his potential. Just need Jack Lisowski to realise his potential now to really stir the pot and give the likes of Trump something to think about. On the strength of Luca's performance against Ronnie, I don't think it will be long now before Ronnie hangs up his waistcoat.

[@stevenvanhulle7242]

01:35 and 10:20

[@Jason-ww3xi]

Lad at 19:34 must have had a few bob on Selby.

[@DURANGO88888]

I have seen 100 shots of the championship.... It's great to be Belgian

[@aymen6789]

Luca's Cue isnt made from John Parris :)

[@Bobba8590]

Yeah it's made from wood

[@warb635]

I've read his cue is made by Ton Praram from Thailand (but I could be wrong).

[@Bob.martens]

MASA!

[@pietersrudi8283]

O sullivan loves him

[@MetteC5]

Thanks, GTK, but please don't only present Luca as a primitive one shot wonder: Luca's much more than that. He's an exceptional natural talent, which has to be appreciated in the full duration and context of a match.

[@GTKomissaR]

Judd is one of the best break-builders of the game and the player who made one of the best-ever season performances back in 2019/2020. It's strange to consider him to be a one-shot wonder.

[@MetteC5]

@@GTKomissaR Fair point. I stopped watching Judd many years ago: I'm sincerely delighted to learn that he has evolved his game - and, thanks to you, I'll consider to watch him play again :)

[@MetteC5]

@@GTKomissaR That being said, my original comment was principally for Luca's talent to be duly appreciated - so I'll omit the Judd part ;)

[@GrrMeister]

*I Believe he is Belgian alike Hercule Poirot the detective !*

[@NoosaHeads]

How tall is he? He looks really short.

[@TonyWhite22351]

Someone needs to look up the definition of the word impossible !

[@RGP_Maths]

I'm glad to see I'm not the only one to be fed up with the way KZbin contributors frequently misuse such words as "impossible", "unreal" and "insane".

[@ennerz-hq8pq]

@@RGP_Maths it's free content that this person has put together for your enjoyment

[@RGP_Maths]

@@ennerz-hq8pq Yes, I totally agree. This is a marvellous channel, and I love the content. But there are legitimate synonyms for "amazing", and I care about language (and I am not implying at all that this channel is the worst, far from it).

[@andrewferguson-hannah6915]

That dude could cut a ball backwards

[@jonathanroberts7108]

It looks like the man may have a similar problem as O'Sullivan described once in an interview labeled as odd; and that was a future plan for, "getting fat."

[@IK7.]

Hope he dosent slow down after this champsionship win.

[@mobilefreelancer3831]

Thanks for making the final so entertaining because Selby is boring af

[@samarthkatyal9378]

Man on hunt🔪

[@kennethtalbott2233]

quality.

[@kristofrookx8452]

He can be unplayable

[@AnthonyTownsend-w5y]

He played some good shots, had they been "impossible" he couldn't have played them could he?

[@a34rwl]

Now he finds playing a shot impossible

[@jansteini9612]

Well, i think he is good

[@jeppaconsulting]

Sodastream gas

[@sundeepzrai3537]

😮

[@slik00silk84]

Luka Lickers ! lol

[@DanceySteveYNWA]

His head is massive

[@professortrog7742]

Which one

[@wayneanthonyholmes4437]

@@professortrog7742 The Belgian overrated fraud that was lucky to win the WSC when the top 6 players had a bad season..The most arrogant bottler that will never win it again!

[@sadsack8319]

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[@TSeries502]

impossible?

[@williamsharp7224]

Put rotten ron in the box well done

[@SteelersDevil]

👎

[@jackmorningstar24]

First 2 are standard snooker shots. Stopped watching.

[@tanachaijaigunta9908]

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[@danender5555]

You have absolutely no idea what "impossible" could be.