Horace Lindrum
Australian snooker champion and player
Born
1912
113 years ago
Died
June 20th, 1974
51 years ago — 62 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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An accomplished snooker player from Australia, won the World Professional Snooker Championship in 1952. Achieved significant success in both national and international competitions. Played a key role in popularizing snooker during the mid-20th century. Enjoyed a lengthy career that highlighted exceptional skills and techniques.
Won the World Professional Snooker Championship in 1952
Achieved numerous national titles in Australia
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