Jimmy White is the most famous snooker player in the world. Jimmy was born in Balham (London) and has held 30 professional titles. His flamboyant style is well-known, as well as his natural talent. His accomplishments have seen him reach the top of the sport, in many countries.
He was part of England's World Cup Team in 1988 and won the English Amateur Championships in 1979. He was later able to win the World Doubles Championship alongside Alex Higgins. This earned him a reputation for being a sportsman as well as a funny speaker after dinner. In addition to his snooker skills, he is an avid conservationist. As such, he is an animal lover who has worked with award-winning documentary groups.
Having started his professional career in the 1980s, Jimmy White reached the final of the British Open and the Masters. After a promising early career, White remained in top eight for the majority of his career. However, his fortunes began declining in the 1990s. While he could not replicate his past success, he has been able retain his spot in the main touring for another season.
Jimmy White earned a reputation as an underdog. A player with a flamboyant style and a ruthless streak, he fought for his place in the sport with an unflinching determination to succeed. His 1999 world semifinal was one of his most memorable moments.
In his first two qualifying matches he did not drop a frame. He lost in the deciding frames to Matthew Selt and Xiao Guodong in his first two qualifying matches. Despite the setbacks however, he continued to enjoy good performances throughout this year.
In the 2014/15 season, he won three matches at full-ranking events. His disappointing season ended with a loss to Barry Hawkins, in the International Championship. Despite this, he finished in the top eight outside the top 64 on the main list.
Jimmy White, then just 15, became the youngest player ever to win the ranking event. During the course of the tournament, he defeated Stephen Hendry, Mark Selby and David Morris. He secured his place in top 64 by winning the tournament.
Jimmy White is the star on the BBC2 series Gods Of Snooker. A fan favourite, he has become a popular figure for snooker fans across the world. He divides his time between public speaking and snooker when he's not playing. He is often called upon to host corporate events and awards ceremonies.
Having fought for his place in the top 64 of the sport, Jimmy White made the most of his opportunity in China. In an effort to be in the top 64 again, he qualified for International Championship. He became the second overall player with a maximum break at the tournament.