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JIMMY WHITE has encountered a wide array of experiences throughout his remarkable career as a snooker player spanning five decades.
However, nothing can compare to the anguish of having lost all six of his World Championship finals.
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At the age of 62, White made what he referred to as “schoolboy errors,” including a misstep that is rarely seen in professional snooker, leading to a “devastating” defeat.
To compound the issue, an unusual mistake allowed Thepchaiya Un-Nooh to make a comeback and eliminate the Whirlwind in the Snooker Shoot Out.
The dynamic Thai player previously triumphed in this fast-paced tournament five years prior.
This knockout format consists of single frames lasting a maximum of 10 minutes, which aligns perfectly with Un-Nooh’s gameplay.
The Shoot Out requires quick decision-making and precise cue control, often resulting in surprising outcomes.
This was evident during White’s encounter with the speedy 39-year-old opponent.
Un-Nooh had offered White a chance after misplaying a shot that followed a well-executed red pot.
But after taking a 30-19 lead, White made two critical mistakes — the second being particularly unexpected for a player of his standing.
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Initially, while trying for a safety shot on a touching ball, he accidentally potted the blue.
Following that blunder, White returned to the table, seemingly poised for an easy shot on a red.
Snooker legend Jimmy White walks out of match at Northern Ireland Open at critical point leaving opponent and ref bemused
Unfortunately, he lightly brushed the cue ball before attempting the shot, resulting in a second foul in rapid succession.
These errors not only embarrassed White but also positioned Un-Nooh strongly in the match.
Un-Nooh ultimately finished the round with a 75-30 victory before a sometimes rowdy audience at Leicester’s Mattioli Arena.
Despite this disappointment, White maintains that he is “playing really well” and is keen to continue his legendary journey.
The fan favorite humorously remarked to Eurosport: “I’m nearly in my 40s… [but] I’m enjoying it, so I’ll keep playing.”
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