Efren Bata Reyes 7 Famous Shots That SHOCKED the World Of Pool

[@sportschad]

I actually like the L-shot more than the Z-shot, primarily because it's almost unthinkable to even be considered an option to begin with. Like who would have thought that hitting the cue ball straight up will make the cue ball roll straight to the left almost 90 degrees? It sounds ridiculous to even think about. Both shots are amazing, but they differ in HOW they amazed the audience. On the Z-shot, the audience were loud. The shot was well within their expected options. The cheers from the audience is them congratulating Efren in pulling off such a difficult shot. For the L-shot however, the cheers sounded like they they were gasping, in shock, trying process what just happened. When I tried to do the L-shot and Z-shot myself in practice, I was surprised how much easier the L-shot is compared to the Z-shot. It took me less than 10 tries to replicate the L-shot, but it took me 30+ tries to replicate the Z-shot. The Z-shot is easier to find, but harder to pull-off. The L-shot is almost unthinkable to even be considered a possible option, but easier to pull off. Both would garner amazement, but one will be loud and the other one will be in a form of shock, and I prefer the gasps more than the shouts.

[@juliusmurage7912]

😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@docuzi]

What the Z shot made it famous for was the intense situation it was on. It was a hill-hill rack and one mistake can cost a player the match. Reyes doing that shot on such a high stakes rack was incredible.

[@rwatson2609]

What I think the crowds loved about Reyes, and still do to this day, is his creativity.

[@kittyhawk7060]

It was the English on the ball that made it go to the number one ball.

[@formalsleek]

I get what you are saying but I don't think its inconceivable to come up with that L shot, as I have played shots like that here or there in practice for fun (wont come off for me as often as him of course). The most impressive thing for me, is that he thinks of these shots while in competitive games. It is amazing how he has the courage to commit (go full blooded) to the shot that I would never try outside practicing/friendly game. This man is the Messi/Ronnie Sullivan/Federer of pool and what I love most about it is he is smiling the whole time due to his love of the game. I reckon he enjoys being snookered, loves the challenge of trying to get out of it (but also pot it) and thrives being in a tough match as it brings out his best. Such a humble man and the master of the game.

[@michaelzimmerman9322]

I've played a lot of pool, and I've seen some amazing players, but Efren is the GOAT!!!

[@juanderingsoul]

while many still thinks most of Efren's difficult shots were out of luck, they were in fact deliberate. poverty drove him to learn pool and compete as early as 9yrs old when he saw the opportunity to earn money from betting on his game. for a kid who sleeps on top of the pool table in a billiard hall and watched a lot of diifficult shots, safety and trick shots, he has all the time to study it, understand and practice. he repeatedly try various shots until he master them. he also learn and played carome and 3 cusion billiars which enhanced his talents to master his craft. he mastered the spin, the english, the trajectory, the bounce from the rail including the corner and when the balls hit each other. the man applies physics, geometry, precision with talent, all his knowledge and experience in playing all three disciplines of billiards, good eyesight, mental toughness and conposure to make his shots. the man is absolutely genius and unparalleled. he could have been the first Filipino multiple gold medalist had they included pool event in the Olympics.

[@JaoTom]

The Philippines should award Efren Reyes. Recognize his achievements and contributions to the country while he was still alive. He is one of the most famous and respected athletes in the world. Mabuhay ka Efren Reyes!

[@juanderingsoul]

@@JaoTom he was awarded Philippine Legion of Honor and Order order of Lakandula. I hope he'll be award as National Artist for Sports sports. he deserve it for all the recognition and glory he brought to the Philippines. not to mention all the tax contributions from all those winnings.

[@AffectionateMountainGoat-mu3wg]

Well said bro. I second that

[@DavidDean-l1n]

i've seen a lot of pool, this gentleman has no need for luck. in another time he could have stood with newton.

[@SherrillnShiloh]

Anyone who thinks it's luck has never devoted their entire life to be great at anything. They believe in luck because they're to lazy devote the time and hard work to achieve greatness!

[@ashokmahna8674]

Great. When I was young, I saw his matches. He really was a genius & very artistic & elegant player. His game was used to be very smooth & pleasing to the eyes. My regards to this great man.

[@netbiz888]

I couldn't help but smile how humble this guy was when he was invited in Vietnam to play (SEA games I think or an invitation tournament). The Vietnamese guys rolled a red carpet for him. When he arrived, thinking the red carpet was for a VIP and not thinking of himself as a VIP, he just walked outside of the red carpet going to the billiard hall. lol

[@JeGaRo-Hub]

netflix should film a documentary series of the goat elfren

[@JET-u2s]

Up

[@teradavy113]

Agreed with you Netflix should make a documentary or a film with other amazing champion in their sport (specially not very visible sport like football or boxing basket or American football)

[@justicedemocrat9357]

Yeah and 8 ppl will watch it because no one cares about pool.

[@VileGeed]

@@teradavy113Not very visible sports? And you name Football, Boxing, and American Football. Arguably the 3 largest sports of all time.

[@RajeshJustaguy]

thats a great idea

[@victoriar9728]

shots like these are why I watch Efren Reyes' play.:) I am only discovering Pool now that Efren is retired from tournaments. its like my down time past time now. Now I think back about my geometry class in high school, how I have hated it. But now I can see the application. Efren Reyes did not even study Geometry but he understands it. What a genius!

[@loriw2661]

One of the best parts of the “Z shot match” was that Earl showed a rare moment of good sportsmanship.

[@jsimwa]

Earl has always said Effren is the GOAT and his toughest opponent.

[@tiatrips]

@@jsimwa I was just going to say similar. Earl would have his attitude with a lot of guys, but he always gave Efren his due respect.

[@reieguiang8]

I'm a sore loser myself. But if the only way my opponent is going to beat me is through a magical shot, and he nailed it, then I think I would take that loss proudly as Earl did in this game.

[@ScarlettOHarley210]

Oh my how true the comment about Earl Strickland. I don't like the man because he's such a bad sport. The one game I loved was when he and Efren played in Hong Kong in 1996 and Efren came from behind - 17 games behind & beat him! Amazing game full of Efren's unparalleled skills! Strickland acted like a 3 year old at the end when he was beaten. I watch that game video frequently!

[@kennkielz7789]

Its lucky as a kid growing up watching legend like Efren "Bata" Reyes and Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao.☺

[@kevinwells4986]

I loved this. Don't know how I came upon it. But I love pool, grew up with it, played it in the military, played it at the VA, and played it to some town championships. And I watch this guy, and yeah. I could definitely compete here. In another 200 years.

[@Ddax-td7qy]

That's how I felt when my coach thought I should try 9-ball. Fortunately, I have a good sense of humor.

[@elcanaldelprofeenriquemore8728]

Efrèn Reyes es un hombre privilegiado y amado por todos aquellos que disfrutamos del pool. No por otras cosas, al abrirse la sala de los famosos del billar, Efrèn quedò como el número uno y no por otra cosa màs que por hacernos felices con esos tiros maravillosos. 🤗😁🙏🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮👊🏼

[@Tam0de]

#4 was something only Reyes could have come up with, nevermind pocketing it. A 4-rail kick shot is as rare & difficult as you're gonna get - just imagine hitting all 4 sides of the table, skillfully avoiding all the other balls & then ultimately sinking the target ball. Mind-blowing.

[@jayflywidit7374]

It’s like Efren has that imaginary line bouncing off the rails like in video games!!! Efren Reyes 🐐🎱🇵🇭

[@alekstufa1026]

Love his his shoots.....The king of pool....and I think in our life time nobody can reach his talent

[@bigdeal6852]

Agree...#1 would be next.

[@josesmanalaysay5063]

the way it avoided the 7 ball and 4 ball

[@hongmander]

😮 He had a super computer in his brain control his bio robot hands !😅

[@taxpayer1962]

The odds of making these shots has to be astronomical and you add the fact that its a tourney makes it even more amazing, sure people can replicate the shot after but he came up with the shot during the tourney and his imagination, feel and touch are what make the shots possible, many opponents have thought oh boy I have him now.

[@One.Zero.One101]

Yeah replicating the shot in practice is a completely different situation. He's doing this in an international tournament with elimination on the line. He's like the pool version of Magic Johnson.

[@mackenzielyle2472]

No kidding. When I searched in google about who is the greatest billiard player of all the time, his name showed up first in the list.

[@JaoTom]

No.1 & The GOAT

[@bryanangeloperez959]

Its undisputed bro

[@seventeentwentynine100]

The national artist the best of the best

[@hanssy9281]

Jaybee sucal is the greatest billiard player today 😅

[@EliasDeLima-xv8bl]

D Cççcccccccccccçc see no nothing ​@@bryanangeloperez959

[@boldrich7225]

A true Talented Player to be recognized as a Master in his field of play. You the goat, my Man.

[@curtismiles9173]

The El (L) shot has to be the greatest shot ever. Not only because of the shot, but knowing how to manipulate the corner of the padding to make the shot. I would be willing to bet no one has ever thought about trying that shot or even thinking about it.

[@exhibitionism3128]

I did it once. It was before Efren did it. But, I am in no way better then the GOAT. I just happen to see how the cue ball moved if you hit it in the corner. So one day when I needed it, I used it. I only did it correct that one time. I never tried it ever again. And I dont think I will ever be able to do it again.

[@alvinbernardez7507]

And during the tournament? Insaneeeeee

[@StradIin]

​@@exhibitionism3128 someone's thirsty

[@MSalem-gt5dy]

I don’t play pool but I’m just a fan of the Magician Efren Bata Reyes. It’s fun to watch him play.

[@rsz90182]

This guy has perfected this so well that my mind is blown into another dimension.

[@jansantos9442]

He still doing incredible shots until this day.. living legend

[@JaoTom]

he is 69 yrs. old 💪

[@joycef2705]

I was just 11 yrs old nun napanuod ko un #1 match. 40 na ako now and I can still remember that magical shot. Thanks YT and uploader for taking me to that moment again 😊

[@JaoTom]

🙏Thank You... Efren Reyes is The 🐐

[@dannyflores77]

The "L" shot 'cause, it's out of strokes and no one can think its possible.

[@totsietorres5273]

👍

[@pronoob1657]

Well that's why they call him "the magician" it's not just because of his amazing shot's but also because of his intelligence and skill on the pool table💪👏 proud Filipino here😊

[@the.wayne.b]

as a person who's grown up playing bank the last ball, this guys filipino jesus.

[@One.Zero.One101]

What I love about Efren is he takes shots that's completely opposite of what I'm expecting. His imagination and creativity is what entertains people.

[@sequiaonda78]

The undoubtedly GOAT. Great respect from Mexico.

[@jackcardenas133]

❤️im most amaze with the L shot...it made me think a lot....he is definitely a real mathematicians...

[@LarryTanner-xo8ke]

He’s the greatest pool player that ever lived, I enjoy watching him play

[@kittyhawk7060]

That was a gracious move on Strickland's part conceding the game not forcing Reyes to shoot the last ball into a pocket.

[@4evasoul257]

Exactly, I would've quit when he made that Z shot!😅

[@falconhero]

There is a chance that Reyes may miss the last ball.. they should let him play it out to confirm the win..

[@silentazn89]

​​@@falconheroanyway your favorite player conceded so no need to pocket it. He would've made it look at the Z shot and you can take the L shot for your comment.

[@mzda_]

​@@falconhero Strickland forfeited the match at that point out of respect and good sportsmanship

[@floramieasentista5392]

Very proud to be a pilipino super impressed tlaga ako at amaze kay magician efrem bata reyes galing po tlga

[@chris5k132]

This guy does things that people don't see

[@slackwaresupport]

Bata will ALWAYS be the GOAT!

[@hungfao]

Whenever he starts surveying with his stick, something miraculous seems to always happen.

[@carlojaycortez6896]

Crowd pressure, Opponent's pressure and strategy. GOAT Efren Bata Reyes.

[@mariaarlenemccormack8701]

Thank God for the gift of you, Sir Efren! You taught us to believe in magic; to work hard to achieve our dreams; and to be humble and kind amid great success! God bless you forever, king of incredible shots!

[@valueangles]

King of the game, yet humble and unassuming! A genius innovator to invent, discover, and master shots no one else even thought possible! Such discipline to wield the pool stick w/such delicate pinpoint accuracy and perfect pressure and strength like a brain surgeon wielding the sharpest fine scalpel! Kudos, filipino Efren Reyes, you the GOAT!!! THERE MAY NEVER BE ANOTHER LIKE YOU!🎉

[@javig5045]

My 3rd time watching this, never gets old, what a Master Player....javi G.

[@JaoTom]

🐐

[@vitorubia9976]

Efren the best ever in world of pool.

[@JunjunBausal]

Sana all Efren Maka laro din Ako nyan

[@JunjunBausal]

❤❤❤Efren Bata Reyes is the best famous in n word of pool

[@bernardoampong7440]

L Shot fantastic incredible welldone Sir😁💓

[@judibethgamano2872]

Loved to keep watching the first one over and over just to see all their reactions one by one❤ no doubt they haven’t seen anything like it 😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@JBEMusicLyrics]

TRULY THE G.O.A.T OF ALL GOAT!!! 👋👋👋🙏🙏🙏

[@niveknivek7141]

ALL THE COMMENTATORS ARE IN AWE CANNOT REALLY BELIEVE THOSE IMPOSSIBLE SHOTS...AND STILL EFREN HUMBLY TELLING "I'M JUST LUCKY!"😂❤️ GOAT MY IDOL

[@NelsonChiong-n2p]

Efren Bata Reyes is the greatest because the balls obey him ❤😊

[@TOPxAJ-g7g]

After Erfen there will be no one like him ....❤❤❤❤❤ Ultra legend

[@anntimesvlog4304]

his one of a kind, REALLY MAGICIAN....IM PROUD OF HIS SKILLS

[@gracianomendoza8671]

The #1 it was not an accidental hit on the 8 ball bro. He pointed to it before he fired

[@cloudxghost]

Agree. It is not accidentally. He pointed the 8 ball . Watch it again..

[@RupertAnomrac]

IMO, I think Its a 2 way, safety or either pocket.

[@John777Revelation]

Fascinating. Very informative. Thanks for sharing. Much Blessings to you. 🙏 Lord-Jesus-Christ ✝c✝o✝m

[@johngough2958]

I liked this video - it acknowledges that the competitors are very gracious in defeat unlike the other click-baiters. Efren Reyes is definitely the GOAT.

[@JaoTom]

tnx sir..

[@SherwinAngeles-o2o]

not only a magician but also an architect..he knows how to analyse and measured every angle of its shot😅so amazing👏👏👏

[@EvelynEchavez-g1v]

All shots are amazing, thumps up, eferen bata reyes

[@decorosotalle4837]

Efren d Greatest Pool Player n d World. We Filipinos are Proud of Him.Godbless to him nd family

[@jeirenvinamalawis8827]

OMG! I kept rewinding the magic shots.....lol. This was supposed to be 18 min but I think I'm gonna make it to hour. Thank you for the video.

[@JaoTom]

Thank You 🙏🙏👍

[@FloydMaxwell]

#7 is my all time favorite Efren shot

[@VirgilioOndocon]

Efren introduced many impossible shots to the Billiard worlds. That's why he is the unmatched GOAT in billiards!

[@ilhancakc656]

Crazy shots, awesome play, Efren king

[@grinmon9374]

amazing Mr. Efren "Bata" Reyes!!

[@lardo444]

F'n Efren. The GREATEST of all TIME. BRAVO!!!

[@feelwang]

It is my best coffee to watch him play

[@Cjxtreme66]

If somebody hit an L shot on me, id accept that L and concede.

[@RobertDeluna-de5ou]

😂😂😂

[@geralt36]

Fr 🤣

[@tenkuken7168]

Its so cool that it looks like he has super ghost powers like the ghost is helping him

[@lanestadium]

great to see humility by a Greatest of All-Time

[@nabilnasiri570]

Totally unreal especially the last one. 🎉❤

[@ricardooliveira5253]

L shot is insane, but my favorite is #4 OMG 7:39

[@floydweeks6103]

That is so well said I haven't tried the l shot yet I pulled the z shot off but the l shot fascinates me

[@Yukikojiharu]

Galing tumansya, makiramdam at experienced talaga! Talino ni Sir Efren salute!!!

[@peterjimpaderes2942]

The POOL GOAT, POOL GOD.... A FILIPINO❤️

[@noracagiba8578]

Amazing yhe magician efren bata reyes ❤🎉

[@radiosapatour]

The L shot is definitely out of this world. I am very sure 100% of people play in this situation never get this ideal. Some shots just can't believe 😢

[@victorflorencio977]

4 Rail shot is the best! 👏👏👏

[@ricaprado6416]

Galing mo talaga magician efren bata reyes.watching in dubai

[@emilramos8589]

Your No. 1 shot is truly No. 1 given the difficulty, the circumstance and the grace with which this shot was executed! Truly one for the history books!

[@bentot45]

He really is the GOAT 👍😸 he is the mathemagician.. 👍😸

[@argyllservco]

Respect sir You are a Master😉👍

[@michaelvanna8982]

Cool and humble player

[@JaoTom]

👍👍

[@ddmitch1]

My favorites are the "L" shot and the 4 rail kick shot at 8:00 inthe video.

[@SenvyzP]

The name magician was simply not words.. those shots are impossible.... ... Amazing

[@saintric7282]

Wow #2 🥶🥶

[@steiny3353]

Earl Strickland sounds like he is a very decent guy, and is genuinely very impressed when Efren makes an extraordinary shot.

[@rochelfelicierta1791]

Everything from Efren is magic ✨

[@hsh012]

Saw him at the airport and took a pic with him. What a humble guy. Truly legend.

[@ericg4568]

I think the L shot was the most amazing shot I've ever seen. Even better than hitting all the balls in on the break. 🎉

[@CrimsonCapsule]

I’ve actually made that same shot through heavier traffic on a 7ft bar table. I was playing in a league game and my opponent dropped his stick and walked away. I’m about a 5 rating, so I’m not a wizard. I will say that after cue control, vision and imagination are your greatest assets in pool. Work on all 3 with focus and determination for impressive results.

[@breeze787]

Amazing shots!

[@williamlyerly3114]

Great collection of shots

[@liberty9348]

I'm surprised there were no comments on this in the video, but at 9:35 he CLEARLY marks with his cue PRECISELY where he needs to have the cueball contact the rail to make the shot, LONG before he shoots the multi-rail bank-kick, and it contacts the final rail EXACTLY where he marked. He knew what he was going to do from the beginning and it was all the spectators who were confused lol. What a champ!

[@JaoTom]

The 🐐

[@Eleuthero5]

Great video. Thanks for uploading it.

[@baristaDEE]

Like the collection and research of the magicians videos… king of pools, the GOAT ❤❤❤

[@bicivelo]

Efren always said he “makes his own luck” 😊😊 What a true sportsman!!

[@saifulbahriebinabdulmanapf9105]

I think 'L' shot should become the #1..

[@ferzenne]

he's 1 in 8 billion, ultra rare talent. truly a living legend.

[@debralynnpaxton5238]

Spectacular skill, athleticism, and artistry ! ❤❤❤

[@JaoTom]

The GOAT 🐐

[@dodsbeerbal3416]

all of theme,its magic,ha3x,he3x,very nice!

[@matjoe272]

Aaamaaazinng!! 😊

[@jamesyoung4633]

No favorite. There are all magical. Thank you, Efren.

[@davidbsmith8944]

One Amazing Person!.

[@bigdeal6852]

Efren Reyes is my favorite of all time. Masconi would be next.

[@patriciajrs46]

I love the Z shot. It's cool.

[@parsaulianchacha8798]

All shots are amazing..Efren the magician.

[@taylandotv9074]

Ang galing talaga ng pambato natin idol salamat nakakatuwa naman.

[@JaoTom]

Mabuhay Idol Efren Reyes

[@Kur0numa_3]

My brain stopped braining after watching L shot 😭😭 it's very smooth and mind-blowing, it's so perfectly done that it didn't even touch 8 ball geez. Im speechless. 🤯🤯

[@pagasaprffwc2992]

undoubtedly... the best ever.

[@eng12082]

Efren Reyes is more than a magician! Super amazing skill that no one can match.

[@miltonrivero1017]

Yeah efren Reyes is the magician in the history of pool what an amazing player of pool he is gifted he is blessed what a great man I surely hope he is still playing till this day he is totally ballistic

[@love_lyzza]

the L-shot is out of this world!!!!!

[@WJen8]

Truly a magician, a legend, and a pool god 💯