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Q&A with Malta's Alex Borg


 

Date of Birth 5th June 1969
Country Malta
Level Ex-Main Tour
Right/Left Handed Left
Cue Make John Parris
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Highest Breaks (Practice) :  147 (Comp) : 144

Main Titles
European Snooker Champion 2005 & 2006
2004 & 2005 EBSA European Team Snooker Champion
2005 Mediterranean Cup Snooker Champion
1997, 1999 & 2000 Continental Team Cup Snooker Champion
8 times Malta Snooker Champion
How old were you when you started playing snooker?
8 years old
How old were you when you made your first century break?
12 years of age
Where do you practice and how often? 
At a local club 3 times a week
Who are your regular practice partners? 
I practice on my own
Do you have a personal coach or work from anyone's material? 
None
What’s your greatest success as a snooker player? 
Winning two European Championships
What’s your biggest disappointment as a snooker player?  
Haven't done better on the Main Tour
What is the most memorable match you’re played in? 
Beating John Higgins in 1998 Malta Grand Prix
What are your short and long term goals? 
To get back on Main Tour and stay there!
Who is your favorite player on the pro circuit? 
Stephen Hendry
What type of Cue do you play with? (Manufacturer , ASH/MAPLE, weight, TIP Size etc) and did you always use that one? 
Maple cue from John Parris, 17.75 oz and 10mm tip. Been playing with this cue for 8 years.
What was your favorite venue for a International event? 
2003 IBSF World Championships in Jiangmen, China
How in your opinion does snooker move forward as a sport worldwide? 
WSA has to promote it out of Great Britain and include more overseas players. 
Is interest in snooker rising or declining in your country? 
It's still very popular.
How many members does your national association have? 
About 200
Who is your sporting hero? 
Stephen Hendry
What are your hobbies away from snooker? 
Watching football and fishing
 
   
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