Jimmy White is one of the most renowned snooker players in the world. Jimmy White was born in Balham, London. He has won 30 professional titles. He is known for his charisma and natural talent. His remarkable career has brought him to the top, in many places around the globe.
He was an English World Cup team member in 1988. In 1979, he won the English Amateur Championship. He went on to win with Alex Higgins the World Doubles Championship. This earned him a reputation for being a sportsman as well as a funny speaker after dinner. He is also a passionate conservationist. As such, he has worked with award winning documentary teams and is an avid animal lover.
Having started his professional career in the 1980s, Jimmy White reached the final of the British Open and the Masters. After a successful early career, he remained in the top eight for most of his career. However, his fortunes began declining in the 1990s. He was not able to replicate his past success, but he managed to keep his place in the main tour for another year.
Jimmy White became a household name as an underdog. White, who was known for his flamboyant style as well as his unflinching determination to win, was an underdog player. His 1999 world semifinal was one of his most memorable moments.
In his first two qualifying matches he did not drop a frame. However, he lost his next two tournaments to Matthew Selt in the deciding frame to Xiao Guodong. Despite the setbacks, he continued to enjoy some good performances throughout the year.
He won three matches at full ranking events in the 2014/15 season. In the International Championship, however, he was defeated by Barry Hawkins. This ended his disappointing season. Despite this, his final ranking was in the top eight, not the top 64.
Jimmy White was named the youngest winner of the ranking event the next season. He defeated Mark Selby (Stephen Hendry), David Morris (David Morris) and Mark Selby (Mark Selby). He was able secure his spot in the top 64 professional ranks with his win.
Jimmy White is the star in the BBC2 documentary series Gods Of Snooker. He is a fan favorite and a familiar figure to snooker lovers around the globe. When he's playing, he divides his free time between snooker as well as public speaking. He is often called upon to host corporate events and awards ceremonies.
Jimmy White made the most out of his opportunity to travel to China, having fought for his position in the top 64. In order to keep his place among the top 64 for a second year, he qualified at the International Championship. He became the second overall player with a maximum break at the tournament.