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 flamboyant style and his great natural talent. His achievements have taken him to the top of the sport across many countries.
He was an English World Cup team member in 1988. In 1979, he won the English Amateur Championship. He was later able to win the World Doubles Championship alongside Alex Higgins. This has made him a well-known sportsman and humorous after-dinner speaker. He is also a dedicated conservationist. As such, he has worked with award winning documentary teams and is an avid animal lover.
Jimmy White began his professional career in 1980s. In the end, he reached the finals of the British Open as well as the Masters. After a successful early career, he remained in the top eight for most of his career. His fortunes started to plummet in the 1990s. Although he wasn't able to recreate his previous success, he did manage to stay in the main tour for a second season.
Jimmy White is known as an underdog. White was a player with a bold style and a determined streak. He fought for his spot in the sport with unflinching determination. His 1999 world semi-final was one of his finest moments.
He didn't lose any frames in his first two qualifying matches. However, he lost his next two tournaments to Matthew Selt in the deciding frame to Xiao Guodong. He continued to show good performances throughout the year, despite the setbacks.
He won three matches at full-ranking tournaments in 2014/15. But, he lost to Barry Hawkins during the International Championship. It was a disappointing end to his season. He finished eighth, just one place below the top 64.
Jimmy White, then just 15, became the youngest player ever to win the ranking event. He defeated Mark Selby (Stephen Hendry), David Morris (David Morris) and Mark Selby (Mark Selby). His win secured him a place in the pro top 64.
Jimmy White is the star of the BBC2 docu-series Gods Of Snooker. A fan favourite, he has become a popular figure for snooker fans across the world. When he isn't playing, he divides his time between snooker and public speaking. Often called upon to host awards ceremonies and high profile corporate events, he shares his experience of the sport with audiences.
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. It was the tournament where he became the second overall player to record a maximum break.