Thai Manat Dornkan demolishes Morris Leonor 7-1, captures Independence Day Invitational 9-Ball Ambassador's Cup

PBC-Geneva President Jerry Quinto awards Manat Dornkan the 2008 Ambassador's Cup

Thai cue player Manat Dornkan demolished Morris Leonor 7-1 in today’s Philippine Independence Day Ambassador’s Cup 9-Ball Invitational Tournament at the Carouge Billiard Center. The unknown Dornkan surged ahead with 3 frames, then Leonor took the 4^th frame but Dornkan in blitzkreig assault took the next 4 remaining frames to capture the title.

In the battle for the 3^rd place, Banjo San Pedro trounced Thai cue master Ken Nanakorn 7-4. San Pedro played superbly with accurate pocketing and positioning. His precise bank shots in the last 3 frames proved to be decisive in wrapping up his bid. On the other hand, Nanakorn was off and committed a lot of blunders.

This year's Philippine Independence Day Ambassador's Cup 9 Ball Invitational Tournament was sponsored by H.E. Erlinda F. Basilio, Philippine Ambassador to the UN and other organizations.

The Philippine Billiard Club-Geneva would like to thank our supporters, the players, and everyone who helped us make this tournament a success. Mabuhay kayo and see you next time.

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