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Snooker and billiards

Ahmad Sarji

Snooker and billiards are games that require steady mental focus and a commitment to training. Inspired by Malaysian pioneers such as Sam Chong and Moh Loon Hong, many young players have taken to the games in a serious and professional manner. With the many recreational centres offering snooker and billiards games, Malaysia has a continuously expanding base of aspiring professionals.

  • Information in the full article includes
  • Early history of cue games
  • Local development of snooker
  • Billiards in Malaysia
Tan Kim Song, a Malayan snooker

Tan Kim Song, a Malayan snooker and billiards pioneer, lining up a shot during a tournament, 1953.