EFREN REYES vs Rodney Morris $500,000 8-BALL.

Race-to-8. Winner gets $500,000, loser: $150,000. Plenty of suspense. Pressure of the huge prize money affects them both. LARGEST PRIZE MONEY IN POOL HISTORY. And be sure to also watch THIS amazing Efren Reyes match: • *Magical* EFREN REYES ...

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

[@antoniobosna7413]

ray carlton billiards,, jkk ou seja ele e o meu e o tempo todo em um lugar pra pegar um dia para

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Muito poético, Antonio.

[@josebroce7487]

Excelente video Dios los guie José broce

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Gracias por tu simpatizante deseo de que Dios me guíe. Lo mismo para ti, Jose, amigo mio.

[@josebroce7487]

Yo soi fan de ustedes la pasó mui bien con sus videos me entretienen muchísimo me encanta el juego de billar saludos mis amigos Dios los bendiga

[@witch3375]

I think wat makes him greater is that he is so humble and just no arrogancy,which is very difficult for people at top of any field to have that quality

[@eleanoraquino3254]

The very first time I've got the chance to watch his games and I am really, really impressed by his amazing techniques of playing. Now I know the reason why my father and my brother are both fond of watching him. He is so humble even his famous. I've always heard his name from my father and I don't understand why maybe because I was still too young to understand the game. His brilliant with this sport.

[@dahcargo]

God gives grace to the humble and resists the proud! There are so many instances of this in Holy Scripture and this is a contemporary one, but still just as valid!

[@djangoo_near2867]

Yes Agree much efrenBata is a Legend and so humble man that you can see him Playing billyard with the Young generation even do He is a SuperStar it easy to Approach when you see him along the street or any Place He had no Pride for him self it’s like an ordinary man very Humble Legend Like Manny Pacquiao both of them Humble and very Loving Person

[@orlandodacanay3049]

EFREN REYES, WON A NERVE RACKING 8 BALL GAME VS. MORRIS. EFREN IS SO RELAXED, HE DIDN'T LOSE HIS CONFIDENCE . HE IS THE GREATEST POOL PLAYER TO EVER PLAY. 3 TOURNAMENTS WON $765,000. NOW HE CAN HELP PEOPLE IN NEED.!!!!

[@orlandodacanay3049]

He is the Best.!!!!

[@rusher1977]

They need to make a movie about this guy. No attitude, always smiling. You just can't help but like the guy. Efren Reyes: The Magician

[@just_some_nobody199]

He has one

[@JotaOrtiz]

Best ever

[@LoneWolf-oi4yx]

The title of Efren's movie is Pakners (slang for partners). Efren co-lead in the movie alongside with the late Fernando "Da King" Poe Jr. (The king of Philippine movies). But the movie is not about the life of Efren.

[@ramonlucas424]

@@LoneWolf-oi4yx is

[@josephinecadiente7141]

Genius he is.

[@kimberlyfrost4730]

One of the most enjoyable pool shooters in history. The one thing that sets him apart from most is his understanding of risk vs reward. That left handed shot to push the 6 ball past the stripe is a classic example of that. He knew it was risky but he also understood that had he made it he would have had an easy run out. Been watching him do this for many years and his success shows how profitable that mindset can be.

[@Unknown-qy3dx]

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.

[@jerryeurich1491]

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[@quadroalasdefender7804]

you mean 5 years old

[@youcanbesmartaskhow3857]

He started playing as early as 5 years old. We've heard that story. And if you watched enough games, you would see he HAS made mistakes. Like against Tony 'The Sniper' Crosby [2006?] he made multiple 'miscalculations ' on relatively easy shots. Despite his success he stays very humble, and has played at the highest level since 1985, an incredible period of time to be "in his prime". He is the greatest.

[@xiewei3453]

l，

[@bong4538]

I saw Efren just about a week ago in Angeles. he's just having a hitch hike into some of his friend's ride and he's just slippers and an old shirt and a pants with all of his winnings I admire him because he's just a simple man

[@somewhereintime2443]

im a Potugees and a fan of Efren Bata Reyes for me he is the Greatest Pool Player of all Time.... The Magician, The Best The Beast.... but remain humble from all of his achievements...

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Milhões de jogadores de bilhar ao redor do mundo concordam com você, Eduardo.

[@mickbond2895]

WOW !!! No ??s , EFREN is the smoothest , most accurate , complex pool shooter in the world !!! I love his style & humbleness... True champion !!! He is the BEST !!!!

[@garlandgreene6955]

Mas humble pa sya kay pakyaw at higit sa lahat hind nya pinasok ang politika....

[@faes3955]

Iba iba naman tadhanang mga tao. Don't compare them because politics is not bad it's the evil people who makes it dirty and corrupt.

[@harry88james31]

@ garland green,, hindi siya SUWAPANG gaya nito Pacquiao. 🤣🤣🤣

[@gaspenpayne6755]

@@harry88james31 nagpatayo ng hospital, nagpatayo ng pabahay, swapang padin? Ano gusto mo ibigay niya lahat sa inyo pinaghirapan niya? Magtrabaho kasi kayo di yung puro asa sa gobyerno.

[@frankdorado4976]

Efren has it ALL.Charisma and a AURA around him. Very different than other players.

[@renatodeleon188]

15❤ 7waw

[@dontgiveashit1]

Never watched pool till yesterday before i discovered Reyes and never been happier seeing him win this

[@rodolfobaliga7577]

Efren Reyes a big applause to you for continue representing the Philippines in the 31st ASEAN Games held in Vietnam.

[@mous3y490]

did he make it to the finals? I heard the Vietnamese guy he played in the semis was pretty good.

[@ryando4556]

@@mous3y490 he lost

[@ryando4556]

@@mous3y490 carom is not his forte. Philippines simply has no player to represent so efren joined cause he has played years ago.

[@johnlemon435]

@@mous3y490 he lost but imagine 67 years old still playing carom And win broze medal. He get rockstar treatment in vietnam everyone taking picture with him even the security guard.

[@mous3y490]

@@johnlemon435 oh wow he got bronze? I think I'm going to go learn carom with my viet friends. No wonder he sees so many angles and combos. It looks boring but man will that game strengthen your mind. Thanks for the news update.

[@leethecross6091]

The most humble sportsman that ever existed. No other than the G.O.A.T.(Greatest of all time)

[@jeancarlosribeiro1034]

38d

[@hanlydarielgomezdiaz2290]

@@jeancarlosribeiro1034 camarero

[@mehdinowroozi3516]

Fedor is also super humble

[@DXWXMX44]

Really glad to see Effren win this. It looks like it's getting tougher as he gets older. He's a guy you want to see win!

[@dznm10]

Efren never ceased to amaze me! The older he gets the better he does it! He's like a wine...

[@muitawambui6585]

I always watch Reyes Bata.. Greetings from Nairobi Kenya

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Nimefurahi kusikia kutoka kwako nchini Kenya, Muita. Natumahi una muda wa kutazama video zangu nyingi na kuzifurahia.

[@muitawambui6585]

@@raycarltonbilliards5798 Kabisa, tuko pamoja.. Reyes BATA is a composed master.

[@hotrod9757]

I like to visit there to play pool guy from philippines

[@muitawambui6585]

@@hotrod9757 I wish I could only watch him play.. BATA!

[@arvinmangubat1699]

@@raycarltonbilliards5798 gaano kayaman Rffy Tolfu

[@oldproji]

Efren never ceases to entertain. I could watch him shoot pool all day long.

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Excellent plan, Oldpro! ~ Ray C.

[@vilmalumabao4699]

That face Efren "bata " Reyes a humble face ,,no arrogancy thats why God lift him up to the top... Goď bless sir Efren ..proud to be Filipino..

[@howardstewart2549]

Leave God out of it.

[@rogeliobajado2940]

Ngayon ko lang napanuod itong larong ito, salamat, magaling talaga si Efren Bata Reyes, HUMBLE KASI KAYA SINASAMAHAN NG DIOS, Amen

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Rogelio: *Alam niya iyon, at pinahahalagahan niya iyon, dahil siya ay isang napakarelihiyoso na tao tulad mo* .

[@lskshmariemostolesdhksks9719]

yes 😊Amen ,Amen ..🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@antonioaaronosabel9574]

🇵🇭 1:01:22 a Young Boy's Dream came True!!! My Heart is Pounding too!!!! I know Efren won, but as a Player too, you, me, we'd Feel the intensity, pressure and Excitement of Dropping that $500,000 ball. Fun Fact: a dollar at that time exchanges for maybe 46-47 pesos. Compute $500,000 X 47 = P ..... 8 digits in Philippines Pesos

[@TonyJoseph-xs2px]

Meaning Efren really made a billion. He's probably has trillions in the Philippines

[@krystiansieracki6204]

Thanks for giving out the outcome mate

[@ligidaykurin9106]

As Michael jordan never lost in NBA finals, Efren never lost in any big money prize games such as this.They both loved,lived and thrived in those big moments. The mark of a great competitor... ...and d GOAT

[@kimberlyfrost4730]

Efren Reyes is the humblest sportsman of ANY sport EVER. I love to see his smile when he knows he made a boo boo but like the true master he is he knows how to turn boo boos into wins.

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Kimberly: His smile enriches the world. Millions of players and fans, and hundreds of professional players from all countries would certainly agree with you about Efren. *Efren has had the longest period of peak playing ability of any world-class player in the 170-year history of professional pool.* And I'll tell you and other viewers something more 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.

[@tarapagkaingpinoy6066]

Makes me feel so happy and proud whenever I watch Efren. 😄😄😄

[@joseperpinanjr6493]

Efren reyes never lose in big money. Reyes the best ever pool player

[@bonhzeppelin9882]

Yes Efren did lose a big money game to Buddy (The Who?) Hall! In 1985 - Efren (aka Ceasar Morales) matched up with Buddy - Even - for 10K, 10 ahead 10 ball (1 foul, push out rules). It was at Red's 9 ball open pool tournament in Houston, Texas. Buddy initially wanted to play 9-ball but Efren opted for 10 ball. Buddy agreed, and won the 10 ahead set. Efren and, or his backers quit but said they wanted to play the next day. Btw, after that match both split the gate money made from the sweaters, that paid to see the match in the tournament room. Also, Buddy was there to play the next day only to find that Efren and party left town. Earlier Efren won the 9 ball tournament defeating Wade Crade (aka Billy Johnson) in the finals. After winning the tournament he matched up with other great players like Keith McCready, St. Louis, Louis, Roberts, and Mike Sigel defeating all comers, with the only exception being Buddy Hall. For Efren to do what he did, the very first time he set foot on American soil, is a testament to his great talent.

[@planetX15]

+Bonhzeppelin So in 32 years he hasn't lost a "Big Money" event? That's still quite impressive.

[@bonhzeppelin9882]

+planetX15 I was specifically responding to Jose's comment that Efren NEVER lost a big money match, and simply pointed out he was incorrect. BTW, $10,000 in 1985 today would be just over double that amount. Also, Reyes conceded he was no longer the Money King in the Philippines, and handed over the MK title to Dennis Orcollo. Efren humbly said he couldn't beat Dennis for money, but could beat him in tournament play. So Efren has lost at least twice in the past 32 yrs. ;-)

[@aliffluffy4111]

Yes he never loss big money

[@dead_ht_4723]

He lost the award of 65000 against steve davis

[@estelitalumaban6641]

He’s the humblest person not only in his country Philippines but..the whole world. We are so proud of you Efren. 💝💐

[@kaylaschroeder1]

Seeing Efren's smile at the end is worth everything. 😅💙🎱

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

TL: His smile enriches the world. Millions of players and fans, and hundreds of professional players from all countries would certainly agree with you about Efren's smile and so many other beautiful (and bountiful) characteristics. Efren has had the *longest period of peak playing ability of any world-class player in the 170-year history of professional pool.* And I'll tell you and other viewers something more 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.

[@MrRichimonching]

Efren has never lost when big pot money is on the line. Goat.

[@thieno6165]

🤣 he said he plays for money!

[@lmoya]

I am so glad seeing this nice, smart and very very efficient pool player, winning this big prize. He deserves it, he is the greatest.

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

A perfect, very true comment. Thanks for posting, lmoya.

[@MbongeniMthombeni-yh5jp]

It's always a pleasure to watch Efren Reyes❤❤❤

[@jucita50]

Ang achievement ng isang Filipino at nagbigay ng pride sa kapwa Filipino. Nice feeling .

[@doroteotimtim8854]

A movie should not be made until he is ready to meet his maker. Until then , live on Efren, and continue to enjoy the fruits of your labor!.....

[@not2tees]

Born next to a pool hall, nephew to the owner, sleeping under the tables at night, a natural from the start, a legend now.

[@OKBAOK]

He plays anyone in the Philippines he doesn't mine if he lose. He's point to gain more knowledge plus who ever beat him that person get encourage in the game.. He's a Humble person. I Hope that he will attend some gatherings to speak to people to encourage people or younger kids to the game of Billiard encourage them to stay out of drugs stay in the school and listen to their Parents..I Hope he will do that. Praying for you Mr Efren lots of people idolize you watching you all over the World. God Bless you 🙏🙏

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

I think if you check around more you'll hear that Efren has been encouraging those positive things for many years, in a wide variety of ways, and will be doing so increasingly as he gets older and has much more time. A truly admirable hero for everyone.

[@OKBAOK]

ray carlton billiards He's one of a kind Sir. A little story. He use to be my front neighbor back home in Angeles City I remember I gave him Kirkland t-shirt from Costco back in 2001. Just seating in front of variety store like a regular standby guy. We Took a picture what a memory. I wish I asked one of his cue stick🙂 hopefully one day 👍. Thanks for uploading the video 🙂 take care.

[@paolaxhnl]

Please upload those videos where speaks in public pleasee

[@rosebud6522]

When BIG MONEY IS IN THE MATCH It is so HARD TO DEFEAT EFREN BATA REYES The BEST And The GOAT

[@butchjones1690]

Best pool player I’ve ever seen and I’m old….

[@undetected2088]

Much love and respect for the undisputed king of all pool kings, Mr. Efren Reyes ! Not only is he the absolute best he’s also the most humble and down to earth. You will not find a better person to try and emulate than him 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@op3l]

It's just fun watching him play and win. So down to earth.

[@junfan2154]

The way Rodney looked at Efren at the opening ceremony with the arbiter, I can see that Rodney has more future in Boxing or WWE with his killer looks 😂🤣

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Hope you'll appreciate more info about what was really going on there folks. Here's the exact reason *(I was there)* : The face off ("stare down") was of course scripted beforehand -- set up and rehearsed with the production team for dramatic effect. Happens with many mano a mano sports events (boxing, cage fighting, -- even some televised tennis and chess matches). Photo op, tension-building publicity stuff. It would be far beyond Reyes' everyday humility to ever look hatefully and challengingly at his opponent like that, without being coaxed to do so for essentially silly, theatrical TV purposes. They were both laughing during the rehearsal for that mutual "stare down." They finally managed to suppress the awkward grinning and convinced the production crew that they'd deliver when the on-camera moment came. Efren knew full well that the mutual stares were a pretense.

[@BladeRunner-td8be]

@@raycarltonbilliards5798 I had no idea this happened in professional pool matches. I can see how a stare down / face off would indeed create more viewership / interest in this match thereby justifying selling commercial time during the match at a higher dollar amount than usual. People that love the game are going to watch anyway but bringing in people who are not necessarily that interested in pool and affected emotionally through witnessing the stare-down would be susceptible to this type of manipulation and want to see who wins the "fight". Yes, it's silly and fatuous but highly effective as a money maker for everyone connected to the production of this pool match-up final.

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Regarding "I had no idea this happened in professional pool matches" . . . *it doesn't happen* -- this was a one-off stunt mandated by the producer Kevin, a highly unprofessional hyper-salesman who eventually went bankrupt, but overall did have good intentions and lots of much-anticipated experimental ideas (backed up by much of his own wealth) for the sport at the time.

[@kimimikar2579]

You are right man...!!!

[@carlitoongco9682]

@@raycarltonbilliards5798 thanks mr ray carlton....for the enlightenment...perhaps they all have the good laughs after the game. If efren still able to play these days, how will it look like seeing efren is the villain in any pool game? Just curious...

[@frankdalla]

The Magician deserves everything that he gets. There is no better entertainer on a pool table anywhere on earth.

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Well said, Frank.

[@JonathanBurgos-wf9bv]

2024 who’s watching?

[@mandojoaquin1953]

Me

[@Blairezz98]

Meeee

[@Steven-ko7ok]

I am😊

[@floramadrid2881]

Si 😂

[@2xl830]

me

[@mikeserrano734]

Whose a Billiard player stuck in quarantine watching Efren the great?

[@KNYF3]

full sender meeeh

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Cord: "billiard player" is a perfectly acceptable phrase. I'll explain: -- When *speaking in-person* to someone who is English-fluent, "pool player" works fine, but *be tolerant, neighborly, and considerate* of the fact that the word "billiard" in all of it's various national language spellings is much easier to understand (and translate) in almost all of the world's *written* languages. The English word "pool" -- sometimes confusedly -- has a dozen different meanings; "billiard(s)" always describes one of the *cue sports* . And yes, I'm totally aware of the fact that pocket billiards (pool) differs markedly from any of the pocket-less carom billiards disciplines. You'll agree i'm sure, that the world needs *tolerance* and international friendliness more than ever.

[@annaleahsansonv]

Meeeeeee..... and boxing...

[@seanrae7420]

Grow up

[@tercdawg]

Man, the face off is like boxing, so intense 😂 watching in 2025

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Here's what was really going on there (I was at the event) The face-off ("stare down") was of course scripted beforehand -- ordered by the producer, and intended for drama-building effect and the players rehearsed with the production team. Happens with many mano-a-mano sports events (boxing, cage fighting, -- even some televised tennis and chess matches). Photo op, tension-building publicity stuff. It would be far beyond Reyes' everyday humility to ever look belligerently and threateningly at his opponent like that, without being coaxed to do so for essentially silly, theatrical TV purposes. *They were both laughing loudly and enjoyably during the rehearsal for that mutual stare down* . They finally managed to suppress the awkward grinning and convinced the production crew that they'd deliver when the on-camera moment came. Efren knew very well that the mutual stares were a pretense. Folks may disagree with the producer's silly choice, but ultimately it was his "money" so he did what he did. Hope this helped you. ~ Ray C.

[@markbaires5944]

He's the number one of all times, gracias maestro Reyes

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Mark: Millions of players and fans, and hundreds of professional players from all countries would certainly agree with you about Efren. *Efren has had the longest period of peak playing ability of any world-class player in the 170-year history of professional pool.* And I'll tell you and other viewers something more 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.

[@velvetshaus5580]

Efren is having the time of his life in the Philippines. Great player ever...from panhandle Florida,,USA

[@maealipio-valdez5313]

Exciting to watch..Very calm with a smiling face..Magical!!

[@AdamDkpsworldLHRBH]

Effren u r such a master of all pool kings Hatts off for u may u live long

[@Dalszielle]

I can’t believe I missed your game in Reno , NV…I’m glad you won. You’re a true Champion Efren!!!🎉🎉🎉

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Glad you did finally get to see it here, Bel. Enjoy. ~ Ray C

[@thebirdhasbeencharged]

Love how Reyes always starts smiling near the end

[@labandrick9240]

Efren has God's blessing up on him always smiling no matter what the situation I love his humility

[@medydizon9269]

TNX SAME TO MANNY PACQUIAO NICE PEOPLE

[@cetabalos5332]

Gma 7

[@alwayssearching1882]

There's only one Efren. The best ever.

[@BikewithViNViN]

Pacquiao and efren are legends and the humbleness is unexplainable

[@lskshmariemostolesdhksks9719]

yes ..❤❤

[@tinacombee8072]

I love Efron emotions as he's fabulous to watch him play he's Champion

[@frankdorado4976]

Efren is always a winner, even if he loses.

[@nobaisajaffar4002]

he's so humble..Efren Bata Reyes..💖💖ur the best bro.

[@jimmybsy]

@58:12 unbelievable shot, its not a magic it is a stroke of genius

[@WarrenPahumot]

Mheeeeeeeee watching this year 2024….👏👏🇵🇭❤️🙏

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Salamat!

[@rosefernandez3041]

Lol me too😅! Inuulit ko lang.

[@josegabriel4702]

God bless you always Efren!! Mabuhay!! Mabuhay ang Pilipinas!! 👏🏼🙏🏼👏🏼

[@donkokong1]

Proud to be a Filipino... Efren "Bata" Reyes 👍👍👍

[@RemyHolder]

I watch every time Efren is playing!🙏

[@TheWorldIsYourszz]

Good watching Efren Reyes win this match because he's smart and a humble person.

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Your two adjectives "smart" and "humble" nicely encapsulate two of the many reasons he is so appealing to worldwide fans as a very decent, totally admirable man *_coupled with the fact that he is by any measure the greatest all-around player in the 175-year history of professional pool_* ~ Ray C.

[@stannmorla5443]

He wouldn't be called "Bata" for nothing; he is youthful in his game. Congratulations Efren! Pinoy pride, you are...

[@jamesdrynan]

Perhaps once in a generation? Although there are many superb pool players throughout the world, Reyes is a virtuoso of the game. His composure under pressure is awesome and his ability to devise and execute stunning shots is legend.

[@vernondeleon9999]

OUR TRUE CHAMPION IN BILLIARDS... VERY MUCH DESERVING EFREN "BATA" REYES!!!

[@EdChua-yc4xb]

Congratulations Efren Reyes Champion 9 Ball $ 500 000 MABUHAY. ANG PILIPINAS Eddan Raque. Chua Watching here in Park City UTAH U S A. Li ve. MABUHAY.

[@EdChua-yc4xb]

Very Nice and Very Exciting.

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

*_Actually it's an 8 ball championship in the video, not a 9 ball championship_*

[@Tovek]

Holy smokes! This was one heck of a match. It was like a roller coaster! It would have been amazing to have been there but honestly I’m glad I got to watch it at home because I was very vocal about my enthusiasm lol.

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Tovek]

@@raycarltonbilliards5798 Thank you for posting it!

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

You're welcome Juan. *

[@lucilalizarondo7655]

We proud of you Bata.. Congratulations 👏👏👏

[@drcldiao2]

Efren Reyes is truly the GOAT!

[@williamfoma3293]

2021 Who’s watching again and again?

[@i.vincent.7s781]

Me 🙂💔

[@rubysalde4784]

Me ♡

[@Catakuri9]

2022 here

[@jazmeh1765]

Watching 2024

[@benzeautocad2910]

2024 I'm still enjoying 🎉

[@billyjayjugado9174]

The God of Pool, The Lord of Pool, The Supreme of Pool, The King of Pool, The Magician, The Legend and the One and Only G O A T.

[@brianlongworth7962]

JJ his good#22 tZ(#98#@9*@3@x6 ATT DD urr556+(4@,"_*54_)6/all LLM hi h hi s as go BB. P

[@brianlongworth7962]

///s/I

[@brianlongworth7962]

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[@brianlongworth7962]

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[@brianlongworth7962]

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[@adrianmorris5546]

Efren Reyes is such a brilliant player a real magician

[@jonathanklopf7581]

even though I wasn't playing, I was so stressed out! rooting for Efren.

[@rotd1727]

Efren Bata Reyes - You're a gem! World Legend! Philippine pride!

[@ramontomado4268]

I've been watching this game for several times cause I love the magician playing,as far I remember Efren never lost in big prize event

[@adcniko2]

love watching this game, rodney thinks that he's already leading but efren always makes it good to the last minute.

[@perryutanis1600]

Yes indeed Rodney will win 98% 3 seconds very exciting games

[@elsaruiz7219]

Alamat ng dugo ng Pinoy ang galing , nkkproud, Efren Reyes Champion among champions, sobrang galing. Saludo sayo.

[@albertopinto4542]

Me complace ver partidas del Mago Bata Reyes. Fenómeno. El mejor. Lejos!!!

[@kaluz7600]

Ngayon kolang to napnood tinapos ko talaga khit inaantok na ako..wish ko makalaro ka someday..

[@nilapatigue]

Oyyy.. Invite mo sya... Dollars c efren

[@ricardodizon728]

Proud to be a Pinoy player,extra sportmanship he has..🙏♥️

[@ronrob33]

Great commentators, Very knowledgeable. Not to much, not to little, Thanks.

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@monroemullinix5974]

Wayne Gretzky. The only other sports figure who is so unanimously recognized as the greatest to ever play their sport.

[@joel2421]

Nope, Sir Donald Bradman the greatest Cricket player ever, is number one on this list. Gretzky would be 2nd.

[@richardgoldie5923]

Phil Taylor 16 time world champion in darts.🤨

[@BiznessWiz-Boardgame]

Tiger Woods , Best Golfer in modern era !

[@matthewmcclain1316]

5:04 what a shot!

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

No one makes those razor-thin cuts better that Efren. Any newer players should note how the pros apply the "helper english" -- as Buddy Hall calls it -- (left side spin in this case) to make cuts that are 90 degrees or even more (spin that *_throws_* them easily, even when a player slightly undercuts them).

[@matthewmcclain1316]

@@raycarltonbilliards5798 that's what I was drooling over. English is a hard thing to master. That's why they're the pros

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

There was a time in *every* pro's life when he/she was *not* a master -- and now the person *is* one. Ask yourself "How did that happen?" --- You'll immediately realize exactly how, and that realization tells you how you can (and will) get closer to mastery yourself. *There's only one way to get better at any worthwhile pursuit* .

[@jimtwotowns931]

The GOAT / MAGICIAN Efren Reyes landed in the US soil and started joing pro tournament when he's 35 years old almost past his prime...what if he arrive way earlier like as young as 20 years of age, how many titles / championship he could have possibly won during the 15 year span?????

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Jim: For your pleasure, here's a dazzling career-long listing of his significant wins and various awards as a pro from 1985 up to 2019: ------------------------------------------------------ 2019 "6th Annual Junior Norris Memorial Shootout 9-Ball Champion" 2018 1st Asian Culture Day Lifetime Achievement Award (Las Vegas, Nevada, USA) 2018 Taiwan Pool Classic (Team Philippines) 3rd 2018 The Break Room 8-Ball Classic 2016 Accu-Stats Make-It-Happen One-Pocket Invitational 2015 Accu-Stats Make-It-Happen One-Pocket Invitational 2014 MP Cup Gensan International Open 10-Ball 2014 Smokin' Aces One-Pocket Shootout 2014 Derby City Classic One-Pocket 2012 Chuck Markulis Memorial One-Pocket Division 2011 World Mixed Doubles Classic (with Rubilen Amit) 2011 US Open One Pocket Championship 2010 Spanish Open 2010 2010 Predator International Ten-Ball Championship 2010 Derby City Classic Master of the Table 2010 Derby City Classic Fatboy Challenge 10-Ball 2010 Derby City Classic Nine-Ball 2010 Asia vs. Europe Challenge Match 2009 World Mixed Doubles Classic (with Rubilen Amit) 2009 Galveston World Classic One Pocket 2009 World Cup of Pool (with Francisco Bustamante) 2007 Derby City Classic Master of the Table 2007 Derby City Classic One-Pocket 2006 San Miguel Asian 9-Ball Tour (Indonesia Leg) 2006 IPT World Open Eight-ball Championship 2006 World Cup of Pool (with Francisco Bustamante) 2006 San Miguel Asian 9-Ball Tour (Vietnam Leg) 2006 Derby City Classic One-Pocket 2005 IPT King of the Hill Eight-Ball Shootout 2005 San Miguel Asian 9-Ball Tour (Indonesia Leg) 2005 All Japan Championship 2005 Derby City Classic Master of the Table 2005 Derby City Classic Nine-Ball 2005 Derby City Classic One-Pocket 2004 WPA World Eight-ball Championship 2004 On Cue 3: Intercontinental Conquest 2004 San Miguel Asian 9-Ball Tour (Singapore Leg) 2004 San Miguel Asian 9-Ball Tour (Vietnam Leg) 2004 San Miguel Asian 9-Ball Tour (Taiwan Leg) 2004 Derby City Classic Master of the Table 2004 Derby City Classic One-Pocket 2003 Billiard Congress of America Hall of Fame 2003 World Classic Billiards Tournament 2003 Las Vegas Nine-Ball Open 2003 San Miguel Asian 9-Ball Tour (Manila Leg) 2003 Mid-Atlantic Nine-Ball Championship 2003 All Japan Championship 2002 Asian Games Eight-Ball singles 2002 World Pool League 2002 Cafe Puro Challenge of the Masters 2002 Shooters Labor Day Weekend Open Nine-Ball 2002 International Challenge of Champions 2001 World Pool League 2001 Tokyo Open 9-Ball 2001 US Masters Nine-Ball 2001 International Billiard Tournament 2001 Accu-Stats Eight-Ball Invitational 2001 The Color of Money II (vs. Earl Strickland) 2000 U.S. Open One-Pocket Championship 2000 PBT World Eight-Ball Championship 2000 Camel Pro Eight-Ball Championship 2000 Pennsylvania State Nine-Ball Championship 2000 USA Billiards Challenger Event 2 1999 ESPN Ultimate Nine-Ball Challenge 1999 ESPN Ultimate Shootout 1999 Sands Regency Open 29 Nine-Ball Championship 1999 World Professional Pool Championship 1999 Derby City Classic Master of the Table 1999 Derby City Classic One-Pocket 1998 World Eight-Ball Championship 1998 Camel South Jersey Ten-Ball Open 1997 PCA Shooters Challenge 1997 PCA Treasure Island Resort Event 1996 The Color of Money (vs. Earl Strickland) 1996 PBT World Eight-Ball Championship 1996 PBT Legends of Nine-Ball Championship 1996 Camel World Nine-Ball Championship 1996 PBT Western Open 1996 PBT Florida Flare Up III 1995 Sands Regency Open 21 Nine-Ball Championship 1995 PBT World Eight-Ball Championship 1995 Pro Tour Nine-Ball Championship 1995 Maine 14.1 Event 1995 Bicycle Club VII 1994 U.S. Open 9-Ball Championships 1994 PBT Bicycle Club Invitational 1992 International Nine-Ball Classic 1992 World Nine-Ball Open (Tokyo) 1990 World Cup (Taipei) 1988 PBA McDermott Masters Nine-Ball 1986 Sands Regency Nine-Ball Championship 1985 Sands Regency Nine-Ball Championship 1985 Red's Nine-Ball Open 1985 Tar Heel Open 1985 Willard's Open 1985 Chicago Billiards Open --------------------------------------------------------------------------- He is the greatest all-around player in the 173-year history of professional pool , in my opinion

[@nguyenpoon5610]

Efren Keep smiling always ❤️ from Nepal.

[@jamesdrynan]

Efren's skill and expertise as a player is well-acknowledged. His professional conduct and humility have made him an ideal ambassador for the game. Tagged as the Magician, his jaw-dropping technique has influenced many young people to take cues in hand. I think he's directly responsible for the increase in prize money for champion pool players.

[@u-next1724]

when a combination of Pythagoras, Isaac Newton and Albert Eintein becomes a billiard player then he is :P GOAT

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

U-Next: One of the _best-ever_ comments! Thanks for sharing with us. You have plenty of creativity, young man. 🏆

[@bisayastyle9324]

19:50 Efren switched to his left hand smoothly. 🔥🔥🔥

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Efren is *_completely ambidextrous_* with that same stroke; he rarely has to use the bridge. His positional and shot making results are world-class level with either hand. *Willie Mosconi -- also ambidextrous -- often ran hundreds at his 14.1 exhibitions, playing opposite-handed. Very likely no other player will ever be capable of such a remarkable thing -- hundred-ball runs opposite-handed* .

[@florentinaaguarin6817]

Ang galing ni Mr Efren Reyes. Nakakabilib. I never like billiards but when I watched him played I am impressed. Gogogo Me. Efren. We are proud of you.

[@cars3638]

I am again very impressed. I was so nervous a while ago even though I knew who was going to win.

[@gloriaservano1948]

YesEfren Bata Reyes is my idol win Win God bless u.

[@justinfeliciano9588]

Reyes your amazing u make a zing shots and u always have a smile on your face your a LEGEND

[@mariogomez5085]

Efren reyes is the greatest pool player of all time. I remember as a kid watching him on ESPN. Like Michael Jordan is to basketball 🏀 Efren reyes is the goat 🐐 to pool.

[@da324]

The 1 ball 3 ball to finish the match was the proper shot sequence. He hit the 3 a bit soft. He wanted the ball to basically come back to where he shot the 3 from to have a straighter shot on the 1 ball in the side. He would have then pocketed the 8 in the bottom right hand corner. He made it work, though tougher than he intended. He's the best to ever do it.

[@jaybuza3794]

As a Filipino that is extremely addicted to pool, it's amazing to know the best was Filipino himself. Heavy motivation for a young player like myself. 👍

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Jay: T totally agree. Efren is a wonderful role model for young and older folks alike, and for emerging players *_like yourself_* 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 the 170-year history of professional billiards_* . 1

[@amazingcrewjourney1946]

The greatest of all time.Big Salute to the one and only " Magician " from the of philippines. Long live. More. Power

[@mysterioustravels4305]

Efren is the greatest of all the Champions in the World.

[@emeliecastromayor5065]

I watch this match many times, because I enjoy watching they are both champion but need only, will be the winner,❤

[@randallrogers6279]

I agree,BATA should have a movie about him and there's a ton of coverage

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

The very successful Bollywood studios located in India -- rather than Los Angeles Hollywood ones -- would do an excellent biographical film for several very logical reasons: geographical proximity and intra-Asia language adeptness. Additionally, Amazon and Facebook are making huge, likely profitable, footprints into India's economy and could be interested in co-producing an Efren biographical film if a *_quality screenwriter's script_* would initiate such a film or TV project for mass general audiences. Efren's life is an historic success story with built-in worldwide appeal. Things get even more interesting for future Efren fans everywhere because: I predict that by the year 3000 -- a living hologram -- an *_imperishable life-endowed hologram_* of Efren Reyes with all his abilities, will be brought in by shrewd gamblers to triumph over the AI (Artificial Intelligence) android robots who are winning all the *_3-dimensional pool tournaments_* played on 15-meter cubical pool tables in zero-G space environments in all of the Milky Way galaxy's populated solar systems and exoplanets . Efren will dazzle all the bettors and the androids with his powerful, but finessed 45-rail bank shots . The matches will be instantaneously transmitted to viewers throughout our galaxy *_via quantum entanglement sender/receivers_* and televised live around the globe and in time-delayed programs sent to precious metal miners working on the moon, Mars and several hundred asteroids.

[@terrysaladas7258]

Congratulation..❤❤❤ the LEGEND...EFREN REYES 👏💐❤️

[@jarnbjorn4522]

i'm not a pool player but efren makes me watch almost every single match he's in and made me appreciate the game more.

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

Thanks for that pleasant-to-read feedback, Jarn. Efren's dazzling skills and marvelously humble, gentle and kind personality have done more for *_worldwide_* interest in our beloved sport than any player in the long 174-year history of professional pool.

[@josegabriel4702]

You’re in good company 👍🏼

[@leetos.4915]

it’s the kind of influence we all want when we have no idea of someone or something

[@vikconbebekoh664]

ohhhhh my gosssshhhh...he,s only d 1.congratulation kabalen,long life.God bless

[@willstvvlog9438]

Bravo Efren Reyes is so humble man ,but the moves is amzing

[@louiefernandez3835]

again, excellent performance::: Efren Reyes!!!

[@raycarltonbilliards5798]

The best!