Team Asia made history by winning the inaugural Reyes Cup, which took place in Manila from October 15-18, 2024. Despite a strong showing from European star Jayson Shaw on the final day, Team Asia emerged victorious in a thrilling competition. Modeled after the Mosconi Cup, this event featured the best pool players from Asia and Europe in a team format, with each match decided by a race to five.
Key players for Team Asia, including Johann Chua and Carlo Biado, shined throughout the event. Their exceptional play, particularly in a dominant second-day performance that saw them whitewash Team Europe, built a lead that Europe couldn’t overcome. Shaw, a multiple-time Mosconi Cup champion, fought hard to lead a comeback for Team Europe, but the deficit proved too large.
Beyond the intense competition, the Reyes Cup was a significant moment in the pool world, honoring the legendary Efren "Bata" Reyes, widely recognized as one of the sport's all-time greats.
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