Jimmy White is one the most well-known snooker players around the globe. Born in Balham, London, Jimmy has enjoyed an impressive career that has seen him win 30 professional titles. He is known for his flamboyant style and his great natural talent. His career has taken him to the top of the sport in many countries around the world.
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 has earned him a reputation as a sportsman and as a humorous after-dinner speaker. In addition to his snooker skills, he is an avid conservationist. As such, he has collaborated with award-winning documentary teams and is a keen animal lover.
Jimmy White, who began his professional career at age eighteen, reached the final of the British Open. He was a highly successful player in his early career and remained within the top eight throughout his entire career. In the 1990s, however, his fortunes began slipping. He wasn't able repeat his success in the past but has maintained his place on the main tour for the second season.
Jimmy White was a well-known 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. One of his best moments was during his world semi-final in 1999.
He didn't lose a single frame in his two first qualifying matches. But when it came to his next two tournaments, he fell short of a victory, losing in deciding frames to Xiao Guodong and Matthew Selt. He continued to show good performances throughout the year, despite the setbacks.
He won three matches during the 2014/15 season at full-ranking competitions. He lost to Barry Hawkins at the International Championship, which ended his disappointing season. Despite this, however, he placed in the top 8, just below the top 64 on main list.
Jimmy White was the youngest ever to win the ranking tournament the following season. He defeated Mark Selby Mark Hendry and David Morris in the tournament. With his win, he was able to secure his place in the professional top 64.
Jimmy White is the star in the BBC2 documentary series Gods Of Snooker. He is a fan favorite and a familiar figure to snooker lovers around the globe. He divides his time between public speaking and snooker when he's not playing. He often hosts high-profile 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. To secure his spot in the top 64, he qualified to the International Championship. He became the second overall player with a maximum break at the tournament.