PM Hails Pankaj Advani’s Success as World Billiards Champion 2024

Pankaj Advani, the veteran Indian cueist, has once again showcased his mastery in the sport by securing his 28th world title. At the IBSF World Billiards Championship in Doha on November 9, 2024, he triumphed over England’s Robert Hall 4-2, marking his seventh consecutive World Billiards Championship win.

Key Points

Title Won

• Pankaj Advani secured his 28th world title at the IBSF World Billiards Championship 2024.

Opponent

• He defeated Robert Hall of England 4-2 in the final.

Seventh Successive Win

• This victory marks Advani’s seventh consecutive World Billiards Championship title, a streak that began in 2016.

PM Modi’s Congratulatory Message

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Advani on his “dedication, passion, and commitment” and praised him for demonstrating excellence.

IBSF Announcement

• Advani’s win was officially announced by the International Billiards and Snooker Federation (IBSF).

Additional Achievements

• Advani has also won two gold medals at the Asian Games (2006 and 2010 editions).

Event

• The championship took place in Doha, Qatar.

Other Medalists

• Singapore’s Peter Gilchrist and India’s Sourav Kothari shared the joint bronze medal in the championship.