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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