Famous Efren “Bata” Reyes
EFREN "Bata" Reyes received the kind of ovation reserved for rock stars rather than senior pool players.
With over 100 professional titles under his belt and a four-decade career, the 67-year-old was surrounded by teenage fans eager to get a closer look and take a selfie whenever their hero appeared.Hundreds of fans chased the experienced player known as the "Magician" as he exited the building under a large security escort, despite the fact that he had withdrawn from one event early.
They cried, "I adore you!" as he waved regally from a bus.
He took home one bronze medal from the Games.
Efren “Bata” Reyes
Efren Bata Reyes was born in Pampanga in 1954 and migrated to Manila with his family when he was five years old.
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He studied the numerous cue sports while working as a billiards assistant at his uncle's billiards parlor.
He used to play for money when he was younger, and in the 1960s and 1970s, he preferred three-cushion billiards.
He claimed to be the top player in the Philippines at the age of 20, and he went on to defeat some of the best 9-ball players in the world in the United States and Europe.
He currently resides in Angeles City, Philippines, where he was born.
Bata is a Tagalog word that signifies "youth" or "child."
Reyes received it from pals at one of his regular gatherings.
In 2001, he earned little over $200,000 in tournament prizes.
In 2003, Reyes was recognized into the Hall of Fame of the Billiard Congress of America.
In December 2005, he won the King of the Hill 8-Ball Shootout on the International Pool Tour.
He also took first place in an unprecedented $200,000 award by defeating fellow Hall of Fame member Mike the Mouth Sigel in straight sets.
He won $500,000. This was the greatest prize money competition in the history of pocket billiards.
His ability to kick balls into deliberate pockets and keep them safe is legendary.
His skill, combined with his exceptional knowledge of other facets of the game, has earned him the moniker The Magician among US professionals.
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