The term "maximum Break" is a common expression in snooker. The maximum break is the highest in one frame. For example, a player could make a maximum break by potting all 15 reds and all 15 blacks for 120 points. Another way to break this limit is to put all six colours into a single frame and earn 27 points.
Stephen Hendry's 147
After breaking the record number 147, seven-time World Snooker champion was in the news. The break was made in the seventh frame of his match against Stuart Bingham, Sheffield. He is now the world number one and will defend his title. He is also in line for another major reward. Hendry does not believe the Crucible's extra incentive to break 147 is worth the risk.
Ronnie O'Sullivan's 147
Ronnie O'Sullivan has made 15 competitive 147 breaks. His first came during 1997's World Championship at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre. His latest maximum was reached at the 2018 English Open when he played against Elliot Slessor & Allan Taylor. This is the fastest maximum ever achieved by a male player in the World Championship.
Jimmy White's No. 147
Jimmy White's 1992 break of 147 was one of the most iconic snooker breaks. The British professional enjoyed a stellar career and was one the most loved snooker players ever. He won the UK Championship, Masters and six World Championship finals. Despite his successes he didn't win The Crucible.
Jimmy White's win against Tony Drago: 147
Jimmy White's 147 against Tony Draga has been regarded as one of the greatest billiards shots. It was shot by the former world number 1 in only three minutes and 31 seconds. It was the fastest century-break in a ranking competition. Drago is a gifted player, but not without his faults. His temperament is not always perfect and he often plays poorly against the rest.
Jimmy White's 147 against Jimmy White
A table tennis break of 147 is an incredible achievement. Jim White broke 147 in 1992, but few people know about it. In one of his matches against Steve Davis, White broke the reds early in the game. White seemed to be on the right track for his career high of 147. However, his 10th Black was a tough one. After kissing off one red, White finally settled on black. He was awarded PS114,000. Drago received him warmly following the match.