Bill Werbeniuk

Snooker player, World Championship participant

Bill Werbeniuk - Snooker player, World Championship participant
Born

January 14th, 1947
78 years ago

Died

2003
22 years ago — 56 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Played professional snooker starting in the late 1970s. Competed in the World Snooker Championship multiple times. Achieved notable success in the British Tour events, including significant placements. Recognized for a distinctive style and strong performance, particularly in the 1980s.

Competed in multiple World Snooker Championships

Achieved high placements in British Tour events

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