Efren Reyes
Efren “Bata” Reyes is one of the most celebrated pool players of all time, famous for his creativity and shot-making. He was the first player to win world championships in two different pool disciplines.
| Country | Philippines |
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| Born | 26 August 1954, Angeles, Pampanga |
| Discipline | Pool (nine-ball, eight-ball, one-pocket) |
| Nickname | “The Magician”, “Bata” |
Career highlights
- WPA World Nine-ball Champion (1999)
- WPA World Eight-ball Champion (2004)
- US Open Nine-ball Champion (1994), the first non-American to win it
- World Cup of Pool winner with Francisco Bustamante (2006, 2009)
- Six-time overall champion of the Derby City Classic
- Billiard Congress of America Hall of Fame (2003)
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