The great champion player of the game Tony Drago is today a well-known personality in the snooker world. But how did this man become the most famous face of snooker? We take a look at some of the legendary stories surrounding the life of Tony Drago.

About Snooker Legend

Drago first began playing snooker in the late nineteen eighties and won around four or five tournaments on an irregular basis. However, it was not until he won the European Tour that he really began to attract attention and build a solid reputation as a serious competitor. He qualified for the semi-finals in both the US and world tournaments in the same year and finished second in the latter, only to lose to Billiards champion Tim Flowers in the final. It was then that he really began to get notice and, within a short space of time, became one of the favourite snooker players in the world. His appearance at the International Matchplay in Germany in 2006 was also a major milestone in his career, and he ended up finishing third in the tournament behind eventual winner Peter Broadfoot and ahead of eventual winner Fabio Capello.

What is Snooker?

The first thing that anyone playing the game of snooker had to do was to pick up a cue and the basics of the sport. They would need to know the rules of the game before they started. After this, the legend of the legendary snooker was born. The world was introduced to the game of snooker and all the excitement that came along with it.

Snooker was first played professionally in the late 19th century. It soon became the favourite sport of the elite of the day, and the games became known as the ‘spoils of war.’ These people were the ones who played the game for fun and for the purpose of winning. These were the same crowds that Bill richest spotted and began his career with. By learning the rules of the game, one could learn to play like these rich individuals. Soon, the legend of the legendary snooker was born.

Today the game is widely played around the world by many amateur players. Billions are turned on by the game, and many of them are willing to pay to watch the best in action. There are even tournaments held regularly, and millions of dollars are wagered on the outcome of these matches.

Way to Success

Drago’s first appearance was on the cover of the September 1997 International Open. Amid all of the buzz, there was little mention of the man behind the mask. In fact, the main feature of the advert was a picture of Drago as he warmed up for the competition. He looked set to challenge for the crown, but what exactly happened next is shrouded in mystery. Some reports suggested that the Maltese snooker’s weight had suddenly fallen drastically, leading him to lose the World Cup final of the year – a feat which would surely have made headlines all around the world!

The next Drago film to feature was the second World Number One Snooker Championship final of the year. Here, Drago once again retained his title, beating out Andy Murray and compatriot Peterotine. In the process, Drago claimed the crown for the most World Tour matches without winning a single tie. It was a feat which would lay the foundations for the future dominance of Drago, who would win eight of the next ten World Cups. It also laid the groundwork for the icon’s association with the World Health Organisation (WHO), which he has since become a board member and now a committee member.

Drago’s net worth is mostly built around his reputation as a pool player, although he has also enjoyed some solid competition in the more high-profile games such as the world cup. As his fame increased, so did his bankroll, and he began to look towards other avenues such as investing in property, buying racing horses and even purchasing a stake in a failing airline. These ventures did not quite fulfill his expectations, but they did allow Drago to keep fit and keep up his reputation as a world-class pool player. After a few years back on the laurels, Drago suffered a heart attack and was forced into early retirement.

Tony Drago VS Mike Massey

Ironically, it was the turn of Drago’s long-term partner, Mike Massey, to claim the world record for the “most number of putts” in a single game. Massey’s accomplishment came during the very same tournament as that of Drago, and Drago’s teammate for the record was none other than Tony Drago himself. Drago managed to secure a set four ahead of Massey’s three minutes and thirty seconds’ effort. But with a set of clubs to take to the net, Drago found himself unable to seal the deal, missing the chances for an overture as Massey scooped out the putt from behind with a thud. The set was won by Massey and then went on to become the first-ever four-putt marathon record, setting the stage for the widely publicized match between Drago and Massey in the US Open the following year.

Drago would go on to claim the US Open, the World Matchplay and the British Open before losing his final set at the French Open totting legend Andre Agassi. He has since retired from playing the game but not before setting numerous records in the process. His earnings from endorsements have enabled him to buy huge pieces of land in Spain and Jamaica, so he now resides there and is enjoying life to the full, although he still has some golf in his routine. Drago’s net worth is estimated at somewhere between one and two million pounds, and this all comes from winning a lottery in 2005.

Conclusion

Drago is a former professional snooker player for Laithwaite Lions, the British National Team. He later became a prominent writer with his first non-fiction book, the history of the game of snooker. After retiring from the game, he formed a company called the Global Sources of Snooker, which promotes the sport worldwide. His books have made the history of the game even more fascinating.

The legendary figure of the game, Tony Drago, took almost a decade to make his debut on the scene, and he didn’t disappoint! In terms of his career wins, Drago ranks second to none, and that particular piece of trivia is something that is held dear by many a snooker fan! Tony Drago might never have won an internationally that open, but he did make a very big impact on the world of professional snooker!