A Thrilling Showcase of Skill at the WPBA Iron City Billiards Invitational III
The WPBA Iron City Billiards Invitational III, held in Birmingham, Alabama, has concluded after five days of intense competition, featuring some of the world's best pool talents. This prestigious event at Iron City Billiards, starting on January 10th and concluding on January 14th, saw 80 players vying for the title in a riveting two-stage event. The top 32 players automatically advanced to the final stage, while the remaining 48 battled it out for the 16 spots to join them.
Highlighting the Journey to the Finals:
Wei Tzu-Chien and Allison Fisher, aka The Duchess of Doom, offered a spectacular narrative with their contrasting paths to the finals. Wei, after an initial loss to Eylul Kibaroglu, went on a formidable winning streak of 9 matches, including a significant victory over the then #1 ranked Kelly Fisher. This impressive performance not only led her to the finals but also earned her the new #1 spot in the WPBA rankings. On the other side, the legendary Allison Fisher showcased her unbeaten prowess, securing key victories over notable players like Nina Torvund, Susan Williams, Briana Miller, Kristina Tkach, and Brittany Bryant to win the hot seat match.
The Final Showdown:
The finals were nothing short of a billiards masterpiece. A nail-biting single race to 10 games saw Wei Tzu-Chien taking an early lead, with Allison Fisher demonstrating her resilience by making a strong comeback. The match reached a climax at hill-hill, 9-9, leading to a tension-filled final rack. Allison Fisher emerged victorious, her delight unmistakable as she celebrated her first-place finish after a long-awaited return to the top spot.
Final Standings:
1st Place: 🥇 Allison Fisher - $7,500
2nd Place: 🥈 Tzu-Chien Wei - $5,500
3rd Place: 🥉 Brittany Bryant - $4,000
4th Place: 💰 Kristina Tkach - $2,800
5th-6th Place: 💰 Kelly Fisher, Pia Filler - $2,200 each
7th-8th Place: 💰 Eylul Kibaroglu, Kristina Zlateva - $1,700 each
9th-12th Place: 💰 Loreejon Brown, Kennedy Meyman, Briana Miller, Melissa Helland - $1,200 each
13th-16th Place: 💰 Savannah Easton, Ashley Benoit, Veronique Menard, Emily Duddy - $850 each
17th-24th Place: 💰 Caroline Pao, Janet Atwell, Kaylee McIntosh, Susan Williams, Nina Torvund, JoAnn Mason Parker, Teruko Cucculelli, Jeannie Seaver - $500 each
The WPBA Iron City Billiards Invitational III was a testament to the extraordinary talent and spirit within the women's professional billiards. Congratulations to all the competitors for their remarkable performances, and a special acknowledgment to Iron City Billiards for hosting this splendid event. Stay tuned for more exciting billiards action and future events!
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