TRNC Men's National Billiards Team Defeats Netherlands in Europe
The TRNC Senior National Billiards Team defeated the favored Netherlands 2-1 at the European Billiards Championship held in Gandia, Spain. The tournament took place between 30 September and 8 October.
The Northern Cyprus Billiards Federation Senior National Team recorded an important win at the EPBF / Predator European Pool Championships Seniors & Ladies 2026, organized by the European Billiards Federation in Gandia, Spain. The national team drew attention by defeating the Netherlands, one of the strong teams in the tournament, 2-1.
The championship was held between 30 September and 8 October. In the over-45 category, 78 athletes competed, and in the over-55 category, 39 athletes took part. The tournament featured 14+1, 8-ball, 9-ball and 10-ball disciplines, along with a team competition.
Within the Northern Cyprus Billiards Federation, Hüseyin Borankan, Rüstem Aygünlü, Emir Ahmet Konuklu, Onuç Altur and Orçun Altur competed in the over-45 category. In the over-55 category, Mücahit Çelikağ and Hasan Sözalp represented the national team.
The victories of Cypriot billiards players over rival teams on the European stage are regarded as an important result for the region's sport.
Comments (0)
Be the first to comment.
Log in to comment.