Advani wins CCI Billiards Classic 3rd time in a row

Pankaj Advani with the CCI Billiards Classic trophy

Ace cueist Pankaj Advani overcame a slow start to clinch his third CCI Billiards Classic title in a row, defeating Dhruv Sitwala 5-2 in the final.

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Advani, a 28-time IBSF World Billiards Championship winner, began slowly on Sunday, but capitalised on the opportunity provided by Sitwala, who faltered after a strong break of 94.

Advani won the fourth frame to level things at 2-2. This helped him find his rhythm. He won the next three frames to seal the title. Advani took home a prize cheque of Rs 2.5 lakh while Sitwala was awarded Rs 1.5 lakh.