1995 EFREN REYES history-making Z-shot you will love
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- Be sure to also watch THIS amazing Efren Reyes match: • *Magical* EFREN REYES ...
Posted with express consent of Accu-Stats # 062916. Full 107 mins. match DVD available from Accu-Stats (S21-11d). Even EFREN’s opponent, EARL STRICKLAND loved it and knew this remarkable shot meant victory for EFREN. Score was 12-12 in race-to-13 final. EFREN was in deep trouble and came with this zigzag beauty (the now-famous Z-shot from 1995’s Sands Regency Open 9-ball). A sheer dazzler that received a standing ovation from all the lucky folks in attendance. Earl’s sportsmanship on this occasion was almost as remarkable as EFREN's shot. Earl later told a billiards magazine reporter: “That shot will become part of pool history."
MY FULL EXPLANATION OF THE VERY DIFFICULT SITUATION EFREN WAS IN
For viewers who are unfamiliar with why certain pool situations amount to deep trouble for the player at the table, here's the dilemma Efren was in: Having no reasonable shot on his 5-ball he wisely chose to attempt a safety on the 5 ball. He banked the 5 off the foot rail, intending to leave the cue ball behind the 6, and the 5 on the head rail. And that’s exactly what happened - except the 5 accidentally nudged the 8 ball into the head-rail left-corner pocket on its way up table. Reyes left himself the SAME DEVIOUS SAFE he intended for Strickland !!! Because he had (unintentionally) pocketed a ball, he was compelled to continue shooting at the lowest-numbered object ball -- the five, in this case. He knew that if he failed to hit the five, Earl would have been given "ball-in-hand" placing the cue ball anywhere he wanted and virtually guaranteeing that Strickland would easily run out from there -- as any world-class pro would have -- easily winning the tournament. - Sport
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He's just legendary. I wonder how many decades it's gonna take for another Magician like him to appear.
SUPER GOAT I have to agree with you
Ummm not know time soon 😔...
Wala n
I’m afraid there won’t be any more like him at least in our lifetime
How many years since the last magician
I haven't heard either his name or his reputation until he comes to Vietnam to compete in Seagames 31 and our newspaper mentioned his name and called him a sorcerer. I don't know anything about him. However, when I find this video and watch him play, I was like "omg, it's unbelievable, he's so talented and extraordinary"
he is the greatest pool player of all time..
Phuong: Cảm ơn bạn đã nhận xét rất chính xác, chân thành và được nêu rõ.
Thank you for your very accurate, sincere, and well-stated comment.
@@badv9319 yes, I should. But I think reading is not as good as seeing with my own eyes. And the first time I had been seen him compete I was so impressed. He was super. Legendary. He played with his passion and enjoyment.
Sadly we dont have any player for carom thats why despite being old he still represents us filipinos. Much respect for him.
Actually he's the GOAT of billiard pool history
Many people can recreate this shot but never this moment.
This is the pro scene. This is on the spot shot creation with big pot on the line. It will be awhile till we see things like this again..
The shot that sealed Efren's billiards superstar status.
0:27 why is the look on his face so wholesome?? idk why but it gives me the feeling of a hardworking man enjoying his hobby
this video has it all:
*the last rack of the match of the decade.
*two legends. east vs west.
*one of the best shots of all time, might even be the #1 considering the pressure.
*the magician showing his magic under great pressure.
*the well known salty Earl Strickland laughing at defeat.
and most of all, such great entertainment!
Very gratifying to read your enthused and appreciative analysis, Jose. Kind of a mini-highlights reel and all of your headline/captioning points well stated and directly on-target.
Don't forget the commentators,
@@ChrisM-qo1jc One shot does not require an understanding of the game. I have no doubt he is an amazing pool player; I think this is largely because he understands the dynamics of the game, assesses risk v reward very well and and isn’t afraid to play shots in a way that gives him the best chance of winning.
In this case, after playing two poor shots, that got him into deep trouble, he played a very good or very good escape from the snooker (no better than that, in terms of the difficulty of the shot) in a way that gave him maximum chance of a good result (that was mostly down to the power choice). He got lucky and potted the ball, which won the game and the match. The shot itself would have been no less good if the contact had left the balls in a very safe position that set up a win on his next visit. As it happened, he got very lucky and the contact with the object ball made the pot, at a critical point in the game, and left a winning position. He cannot have had any intent of achieving the pot, he simply played himself the shot to give the maximum chance of a good outcome.
@@GXObserver you probably havent watched enough efren. You can say that he is the luckiest pool player in the world or the greatest pool player that there is. Now i dont believe in luck, and i know efren always makes sure that when theres a chance to miss, it wont be easy for the opponent as well. There is no other player who does magic like efren
What I like about Reyes, that he always looks just like he is having a good time while playing, not like he is tense in some tournament, just playing with his buddies. This is something he and soccer player Ronaldinho have in common
Kolos yes!
much respect to Strickland for his show of sportsmanship. Efren had the shot of the century to steal the match. Acknowledging how great the game unfolded for Efren, Strickland extended his congratulatory hand and Bata didn't have to hit the last shot!..Professionalism at its best!!
Indeed, Danny, Earl *was visibly awestruck* at Efren's brilliance and irresistibly *conceded* in that rare, (for him) highly sportsmanlike arm-raising gesture. With that amazingly sportsmanlike gesture of concession he's acting well beyond 99 percent of normal professional players *on the losing end of a hill-hill final* . Strickland's gesture certainly did emphasize that he, along with all spectators had just witnessed an historic moment in professional pool playing. In an on-site interview with a reporter from Billiards Digest magazine Earl emotionally declared: *That shot will become part of pool history!*
Commentator: What a bad roll! What a bad roll..
Efren: Hold the first 25 alphabet. I only need the Z.
Thanks for the very imaginative, and cute comment, Diceman. You're quite clever to think of that.
I love this comment haha
golden comment 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Wait hell do X too
No luck involved.
Pure skills and experience.
But the humble Efren called it luck anyways. 😁👍🏻
This video is so refreshing. No blasphemy every two seconds, super skill, compelling humility, awesome sportsmanship from the losing player and everyone happy and celebrating in the end.
It’s taken many professionals multiple tries to replicate this shot, the fact that he did it on his first try is insane.
plus the biggest factor would be pressure. you know how hard it is to do something under pressure, it also affects the way you think and whether you would take or play safe which cause mental instability. I love Earl Strickland because of his world class skill in billiard, and for Efren to be able to do this shot LIVE infront of him and the world as well during that time makes him the goatest of all the goat in pool billiard, which other professional billiard players behind camera shots wont be able to do
Don't know why CZcams recommended this to me.
I don't care why.
It was definitely worth watching.
Earl Strickland was the best American technical pool player. Props to him, only the great ones recognize greatness. Reyes is the best pool shooter. Ever.
In one month i think i've watched this video for about 70 times and this is the 5th year i've watch it
Commentators: "He's in trouble. He's in BIG trouble."
Efren: "I find your lack of faith disturbing!"
Dutch: You gotta have some faith boy!
If you watch just the clip you wont understand how great this shot was. It was a Hill-Hill tie at 12 race to 13 match and under big pressure only shows that this is the greatest shot of pool history ALL TIME
You've correctly perceived the situation, Henrich. And the dramatic and unique nature of its historicity that you've paraphrased has been clearly defined for many years in the *_Description_* at the top of the video's opening page, in which I used these words:
Even EFREN’s opponent, EARL STRICKLAND loved it and knew this remarkable shot meant victory for EFREN. Score was 12-12 in race-to-13 final. EFREN was in deep trouble and came with this zigzag beauty (the now-famous Z-shot from 1995’s Sands Regency Open 9-ball). A sheer dazzler that received a standing ovation from all the lucky folks in attendance. Earl’s *_sportsmanship_* on this occasion was almost as remarkable as EFREN's shot. Earl later told a billiards magazine reporter:
*_“That shot will become part of pool history."_*
Even Earl said it was probably one of the best shots he'll ever see
My Dad met Efren at a few pool events and he said he was a humble and cool dude.
So true.. everybody loves him..
In basketball you've got Michael Jordan, In billiards theres Efren Reyes! Truly is a masterclass!!!
Jay Twix you've got magic johnson for sure.
Efren in every interviews he never said I'm the magician or wizard instead he said I got Lucky 😊...whata humble man 👊🏻😊
Perfectly stated and true, Jethro. 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 the 170-year history of professional billiards_ .
@@raycarltonbilliards5798 he seems like a realy nice guy, and the cool part is that he made this shot in 95 , the same year of my birth
This is not a trick shot for a tv show. This is an escape shot in the very last game with serious money on the line. Surreal.
You're quite correct in how you've perceived the situation, Jamirimaj. And the dramatic and unique nature of its *historicity* that you've paraphrased is all clearly defined in the *_Description_* at the top of the video's opening page, in which I used these words:
Even EFREN’s opponent, EARL STRICKLAND loved it and knew this remarkable shot meant victory for EFREN. Score was 12-12 in race-to-13 final. EFREN was in deep trouble and came with this zigzag beauty (the now-famous Z-shot from 1995’s Sands Regency Open 9-ball). A sheer dazzler that received a standing ovation from all the lucky folks in attendance. Earl’s *_sportsmanship_* on this occasion was almost as remarkable as EFREN's shot. Earl later told a billiards magazine reporter:
*_“That shot will become part of pool history."_*
No idea why this was recommended but can't stop watching it 😂🤣😂😭
I don’t know why this came up on my suggestions but I just legit imagined myself becoming a professional pool player lol 🎱 😂
Literalmente 😂
Lol
Thats the best sportmanship i ever seen... salute to the opponent
Legend says Efren can make his cue ball go to a vending machine and get him some coffee.
Cute (and original). Thanks for sharing.
Lmao
Lol, do agree. :D :D
"he's in big problem....OMG! what a shot! we were wrong!" lol😂😂😂
Came here after watching him in the opening of SEA Games 2019 ❤️🖤 A National Treasure of the Philippines ❤️
Me too😍
If you’re opponent is cheering at your shots then absolutely you’re something else. Genius EFREN REYES.
I first learned about him when I was in 2nd grade at school....and now I’ve been binge watching here on CZcams...What a legend ❤️
Sameeee!!!!! i’ll never forget his name until now and now im binge watching him. I really adore him and appreciate him even more ❤️❤️❤️
The still of strickland holding up reyes' arm should be a poster in every pool hall.
Perfect comment, Fred. And maybe caption the poster: "World-class Pool Sportsmanship"
Strickland is with a sportman gesture. Much appreciated.
Conrado: Over the years many thousands of my viewers here have noted that Earl was a true gentleman and sportsman on this occasion. His vigorous applause and -- moments later -- his handshake and concession (the act of raising Efren's arm) -- saluting the incredible shot that virtually guaranteed the victory . . . was awesome to behold. With those amazingly sportsmanlike gestures of Concession, Earl was acting well beyond 99 percent of normal professional players on the losing end of a hill-hill final. Strickland's gesture truly emphasized that he, along with all spectators had just witnessed an historic moment in professional pool playing. In an on-site interview with a reporter from Billiards Digest magazine Just as you allude to, Earl emotionally declared:
*_That shot will become part of pool history!_*
@@raycarltonbilliards5798 Thanks for trivia
Efren has a PhD in GEOMETRY 😂
. . . also trigonometry and physics, for sure.
More than Ph.D he got, he even deserves to get Prof. of Geometry
Add some wizardry
Fun fact, he didn't finish HS school because of playing pool tournaments he missed too much school
And coriolis effect
this is d first time i have seen strickland giving up the last shot and raised d hand of d champion. sportmanship is accepting defeat.
This should be under "You wouldn't believe if it wasn't recorded" section.
Efren said in an interview, he learned from the bad players first when he was still a kid. He learned the basics and techniques from the good players but he learned the magic from the bad players.
You know you're the GOAT when even Earl is being very respectful.
The fact that he is already smiling before making that shot is godlike
RV: More precisely -- it is Zen-like. I've known Efren for more than 30 years. *Efren always automatically and (productively) smiles when he has mistakenly gotten himself into an unusually difficult pool situation*
His smile here is a *Zen calming mechanism he learned many years ago: -- always have a peaceful and intuitively appropriate response toward whatever circumstances may arise.* As Jean Racine, the 17th Century French dramatist famously said: *“Life is a comedy to those who think . . . a tragedy to those who feel.*” Efren is a genius-level _Thinker_. He is genuinely *amused and boyishly embarrassed anytime he's caught up in a _self-inflicted _dilemma_*. All fans who love him, find that extremely charming and appealing about him.
he's never sad.. wherever he is in the world competting.. no matter how bad the situation is.. he's always smiling.. that's our magician! Efren "bata" Reyes!
It's in everyone's recommendation now
Sept 21, 2019 still watching for countless times
yaas sept 25 hqhhq
@@aehcotv9691 sept 29 hahah
0:28 that head is computing angles and combinations at an unhuman speed right there. that is a you-won't-believe-what-i'm-gonna-do smile, so obvious!!
He amazingly calculated three precise angles simultaneously: Cue ball's aiming angle into the first cushion with side spin applied -- cue ball's rebound angle into second cushion -- cue ball's rebound angle into the third cushion & 5- ball.
Props to youtube for recommending this after 14 years I stop playing billiard.
Back then players didn't show style, all they showed was their sheer talent.
lucky audiences who witnessed this game?! it was just an incredible shot to win the tournament?! ... thats why he is the greatest?!! earl strickland on the other hand is his fiercest competitor! loved his sportmanship by clapping after that magnificent shot!
Tony: Over the years many thousands of my viewers here have noted that Earl was a true gentleman and sportsman on this occasion. His vigorous applause and -- moments later -- his handshake and *concession* (the act of raising Efren's arm) -- saluting the incredible shot that virtually guaranteed the victory . . . was awesome to behold. With those amazingly sportsmanlike gestures of Concession, Earl was acting well beyond 99 percent of normal professional players *on the losing end* of a hill-hill final. Strickland's gesture truly emphasized that he, along with all spectators had just witnessed an historic moment in professional pool playing. In an on-site interview with a reporter from _Billiards Digest_ magazine Just as you allude to, Earl emotionally declared:
*That shot will become part of pool history!*
the sportsmanship from the opponent. he knew whatever happens on that last ball... he accepted defeat and acknowledged the opponent skill
This Z shot is so legendary it could get a star on Hollywood walk of fame.
*_Very clever_* comment, Joe. Thanks for posting.
And it should to be honest...
I see we all meet again. Thanks CZcams recommendations
The interview is more difficult for him than the Z shot.
So true 😂 he was probably sweating bullets trying to come up with something in response 🤣
But that makes Efren that much more relatable, in my opinion.
Dude. He does not have a college degree or something. Give him a break!
Americans were a sport here. They did standing ovation to a foreigner. Respect!
Lmao
How clutch was efren to be able to make that shot. It's all or nothin. He missed that and the game is over. This is the most clutch shot in any sports! Nothing will come close to this!
Right on target, Serperci. Gets perfectly to the essence of this shot's classic beauty *and why it will be part of pool's history forever* .
This guy could have studied engineering and become one of the greatest in building structures with that triangular vision.
Who's watching in 2019!!!
I am
Jeremy Antivo 🤘
People will still be watching in the year 3000
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 gamblers to triumph over the AI (Artificial Intelligence) *android robots* who are winning all the 3-dimensional pool tournaments played on 9-foot 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.
The algorithm has brought us together once again..
I jus found out what that word means😂😂😂
A food recipe is a good example of an algorithm because it tells you (or a computer) what you (or it) need to do step by step. It takes inputs (ingredients) and produces an output (the completed dish). For a computer program, the step by step algorithm-ed instructions enable the program to arrive at the desired result sought by the programming entity.
You know you're good when the opponent applauds you.
Especially when that opponent is Strickland.
The most strict person in the land
This is why I like Earl The Pearl ...the most misunderstood guy in pool. A true great sportsman. His style is aggressive but he knows how to accept defeat and relish in his success as well.
I agree wholeheartedly. I know Earl a little, and I feel this is what he's really like in person, a joy to be around. The other Earl none of us likes to see, I've often thought the spectators keep adding fuel to the fire being disrespectful, which says more about human nature in general than his. Needless to say, Efren made history with his escape shot here. What many don't realize is that Earl is one of his greatest fans - make no mistake, he'll recognize greatness when he sees it.
+LeonFleisherFan That is a true statement. Earl has even said that in his opinion, Efren is the greatest player alive. Especially after Efren beat him in that Color of Money match race to 120.
Earl is very competitive individual but he is honest !
The commentators actually made it so much better!!!
This is undoubtedly the greatest single pool game of all time. With 2 of the greatest pool players ever, Finals, tied 12-12 race to 13, and the z shot that won the game! What more could you ask for?
Game recognize game. That's why this ending sequence is special. The magic by Reyes and Earl knowing what just happened, paying mad respect to Reyes. Class act by Earl. My favorite shot to watch.
Indeed, Abacus, Earl *was visibly awestruck* at Efren's brilliance and irresistibly *conceded* in that rare, (for him) highly sportsmanlike arm-raising gesture. With that amazingly sportsmanlike gesture of concession he's acting well beyond 99 percent of normal professional players *on the losing end of a hill-hill final* . Strickland's gesture certainly did emphasize that he, along with all spectators had just witnessed an historic moment in professional pool playing. In an on-site interview with a reporter from Billiards Digest magazine Earl emotionally declared: *That shot will become part of pool history!*
I read an article that Efren will be retiring. So my poor heart is here doing marathons of this legend. 🥺
Me too
he’s already retired playing professionally but still play hustle games in the philippines..
No he’s not retiring
He said im not retiring until i can play pool. Now hes playing in Seagames representing phils.
good thing my Grandpa and my Uncles let me watch him play during my childhood. I've watched his peak years..
We're lucky it was recorded otherwise nobody would believe
Due to Earl Strickland's great respect and belief in the skill and ability of Efren Reyes in this sport, he just let Efren not to pocket the last ball.
this is the man who invented the Zigzag shot. What a legend!
Zigzag shots have been around for more than 100 years (kick shots using a shooter's choice of two long rails -- as in this video -- and sometimes using two short rails). They're commonly seen to get at obstructed hangers and to perform a safety while legally hitting a very obstructed object ball. We all fully acknowledge the beauty and rarity of this instance of actually pocketing a "kicked-at" quite distant object ball which was a full two diamonds away from the pocket and virtually stranded along a short rail (and under the pressure of hill-hill in the final match of a major 9-ball event). Outstanding and historic.
I would have done the same thing that Strickland did. Concede to the guy who is the master of the game. There is just something likable with Reyes that you couldn’t hate it if he wins against you. Even with that seemingly impossible shot, he didn’t even gloat.
I see we are all still visiting this legendary footage. Any fellow filipinos?
Hello there
Marami, maraming libo bawat taon.
d nakakasawa,,
The Best Shot in "Billiard History"
Pra hindi mxado pinagisipan no Efren kung ano ggwin nia, alam na nya agad!
bruh
Even Strickland enjoying the moment..the greatest match of all time
"I just got lucky."
Gosh, he's so humble.
PC: Thanks for the fine comment. And I do like your "name" -- astronomy and sci-fi is of great interest to me.
@@raycarltonbilliards5798 still responding 5 years later nice
Commentators: He's in big trouble.
Reyes: Hold my beer😎
$10 Cue stick, $10 pants, $5 shirt, $2 shoes LEGEND lol.
The GOAT of billiard. if we could only turned back time when he was in his prime, people would really enjoy watching him. He made the billiard fun to watch.
*Videos turn back time, Clu. We can all see our sports heroes in their prime. Movie actors grow old, but their films show them in their prime whenever we want to watch them.*
@@raycarltonbilliards5798 upload more
god. sana magkaroon ng duplicate nya on the next generation for the philippines. skilled and humble.
sana pero malabo na eh
may chance mga pinoy pa! tambay sa bilyaran yan eh😂
This is definitely a legendary shot by Efren Reyes against a legendary opponent, Earl Strickland! But I must also recognize the call by the two analysts in the booth, Billy Incardona and Jim Rempe! Their call and reaction to the shot was phenomenal! If this was the “Best Finish Ever” it is because of the legendary players involved and the announcers who gave us the incredible play-by-play commentary! ☮️🖖🏽
A perfect comment, Ralph. Perceptive and totally accurate. Thanks for posting.
His body language and face looks like my father on happy moments.. I really missed him.. appreciate for the video...
2023? Still watching this Amazing Shot
When the commentators are doubting you but you realize your the GOAT 🐐
Greatest Of All Time...The Micheal Jordan of Billiards. Mr. Efren F'n Reyes
LeBron- The LeBron James of Billiards
The Muhammad Ali of billiards
The people in the audience were so lucky to be there. They witnessed history right before their eyes.
Efren does this "trick shots" all the time and in a actual match. Trick shot players position the balls to make the shot perfect. Efren is the most creative player ever. Truly the GOAT.
That's the crazy thing about this legend.
i am alone in room , watching efren and beleive me i must giving him a STANDING APLAUSE
Am the best at pool table amongst my friends but those shots I've witnessed just show that am still a kid at this game.
Efren Reyes, what a legend💪💪
Very appropriate that you mention the word "kid" because that is the English translation of Efren's well-known Tagalog nickname ("Bata"). He got the nickname when -- *as an unbeatable young money player only in his mid-teens* -- gamblers increasingly bet on him against *any adult player in his home country* . The affectionate "Kid" moniker remains with him to this day.
I was just a little boy when I started watching Efren Reyes, no internet back then, only TV. He's the reason why I love playing billiards.
*Potus: Efren's 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.*
There was internet back then, but it was very slow, too slow for videos
I am not even into this sport but this looks magical. Unbelievable. Thanks for uploading.
Glad you stopped by and enjoyed it, DP.
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His nickname is “The Magician” for a reason.
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“ the more I practice the luckier I get “! Simply the best of all time, amazing !
The audience at this event are so lucky witnessing greatness live. I admire Strickland's class act. Legends!
What's crazy is the shot he made before that one was already a highlight shot but quickly eclipsed by the next
The previous shot was an accident. He didn’t mean to make the 8 ball, he just wanted to put the orange ball in a difficult spot for his opponent.
@@kacy6014 oh Jesus, was that why the opponent was so happy afterwards? Too funny
Random thing to pop up in my feed. Good shot though so worth a watch.
From the commentary, to the shots, to the greatest close out. Its all perfect
And that's a *perfect* perspective. Thanks for your sharing your enthusiastic reaction to the video.
1:43 you just damn know he's seeing all the grid lines, geometrical shapes, angle measurements, x and y coordinates, and then boom! Z-shot! 💯
*_Another totally perfect comment about Efren and the shot itself_* Thanks for posting, Kehnmuana.
And also the exact amount of force
If only all competitions showed this level of sportsmanship. This video made my day.
Those who witnessed this live will forever have the memory of one of the greatest shots ever made in a Tournament.
It is definitely the greatest shot ever in pool history.
What's even more remarkable than the shot Efren made was the fact that Earl Strickland was actually a good sport for once.
cortonimor so true. But u got to hand to strickland as well because he's also equally a good player. He has guiness world records. But i like Efren more because of his attitude towards the game and how humble he is, no matter what kind of praises he receives from people.
The Magician at age 65 is still playing nowadays vs talented street players in the Philippines. Its as if billiards is his heartbeat.
True this. Even played with him a week ago. The guy still got it
One of the sharpest minds in the history of the game. From street billiards to championship billiards, a true HUSTLER and a GENIUS.
Well said, Deka. It should be noted though, that "a true hustler" by definition has -- for a hundred years -- always meant a player who disguises his/her real skill level in order to set up a lesser-skilled "mark" who has little chance of actually winning the stakes when the match or matches are finished. The very young Efren did once clean out every gambling opponent when he first came to the States and played under the pseudonym "Cesar Morales" (and was fatally presumed by his opponents to be a clueless kid from south of the border).
The audience is so lucky to witness the greatest shots in pool history even earl fans
The commentary is the best out of any sport ever..
Love how Earl isn't salty like others were. If you're facing a legend, consider it an honor.
Reyes is the only player Strickland's "respected"
To others, especially when he loses to them he'll say they are "good" players but not "great"
Not only the BEST game of Efren, but the BEST GAME OF POOL... EVER!... what a finish!!! WOW...
I love the algorithm of CZcams recommendation lately!!!
Then as he always say- Im just lucky.
Really the most humblest guy I have ever watch, truly deserve his achievments. A legend.
It may hurt to lose, yeah, but to lose to a great shot like that feels better. That's easier to take.