Bata Reyes not keen on retiring yet

Title Bata Reyes Refuses to Hang Up His Cue 71-Year-Old Legend Still Hungry for Competition

At an age when most people have long retired from their respective fields, Efren Bata Reyes is still going strong in the world of billiards. The widely regarded greatest pool player of all time shows no signs of slowing down, with no plans to hang up his cue anytime soon.

I don't know, Reyes said in a recent interview. As long as I'm still able to play, I'll keep competing. And compete he will – for now, at least. While Reyes may have stepped back from highly competitive tournaments, he remains eager to participate in exhibition matches like the recently concluded WNT Legends event at Gateway 2 in Quezon City.

Reyes' passion for billiards has only grown stronger with time. A winner of over 100 international titles, he is a true legend of the sport. Despite his recent fourth-place finish in the WNT Legends tournament – where he fell to fellow great Ralf Souquet of Germany, 9-11, in the battle for third – Reyes remains committed to the game he loves.

It's just not my day, Reyes said after the match. My breaks fell flat, and luck wasn't on my side. However, his fans at the venue remained steadfast in their support, applauding every shot he made, especially the difficult ones.

Reyes is grateful for their unwavering support, saying, Of course, I'm thankful because up until now they're still supporting me. Like right now, they're really praying hard that I win.

As Reyes continues to play and compete at a high level, it's clear that his love for billiards will never fade. Who knows – maybe we'll see him on the tables again in 2026, revolutionizing the sport with his unique brand of creativity and flair.

Key Takeaways

Bata Reyes is not retiring anytime soon
He remains eager to participate in exhibition matches like the WNT Legends event
Despite his recent fourth-place finish, Reyes remains committed to the game he loves
His fans continue to support him, cheering him on even when his game is off

Creative Keywords billiards, pool, Bata Reyes, Efren Reyes, WNT Legends, exhibition matches, competition, passion, creativity, flair.

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