Narrow Escape for Kirkwood at IPT Billiards Event

Narrow Escape for Kirkwood at IPT Billiards EventFrancisco “Django” Bustamante remains undefeated through a total of 14 matches, having won his first match of the day against Antonio Lining 8-3, notching three break and run-outs. He also retains the highest games-won percentage at 68.71%.“It was a tough match because he never made a ball on the break. I think he broke five times, and he never made a ball—I break three times but made a ball.”IPT World Open 8-Ball Championship ForumsVisit the IPT World Open 8-Ball Championship Image GalleryRegarding his stellar record for this event, he replied, “You know, I just play my best game. Concentration.”When asked if he thinks he will stay undefeated, he said, “I’m gonna try, it depends. It’s not always every match like that, but I’m gonna try.”
Karl Boyes and Mick Hill, both Brits, also remain undefeated so far.Dennis Orcollo, who earned third place at the North American Open, won his first match of the day 8-6 over Jose Parica, while Alex Pagulayan defeated opponent Corey Deuel 8-5. “You have to be in shape for this,” said Pagulayan, referring to the brutal schedule of play, “otherwise you have no chance. I like playing ten hours a day, especially when I am playing for something.”Niels Feijen and qualifier Jason Kirkwood demonstrated the meaning of the word “nail-biter” in their first-round match, in which they seesawed to double-hill. A poor break by Feijen didn’t pocket any balls and left a nightmare for Kirkwood, who potted a few and then tapped out. The Dutchman picked through the rack to the 8 ball but missed a straight-in shot, and an amazed Kirkwood dished up to win 8-7.“I can’t believe what I just saw,” said Kirkwood afterward. “Double-hill and I really didn’t have a good out, I just had to go for something but I couldn’t get there. I didn’t really have a choice [on the ball he missed]. It was a tough out either way, but I wasn’t gonna play a safety game, I wanted to go for it. I think my heart stopped beating, I couldn't believe it [when Feijen missed the 8]. But I got there and I’m happy.” The IPT announced this morning that, effective immediately, the “one foot on the floor” rule would be enforced. Also, the IPT begins their live streaming video on their website today! To become a member and gain access, visit the IPT’s website and sign up. Other than receiving live, excellent-quality tournament coverage, members receive unlimited access to matches at any time, a discount off official IPT equipment, and two free tickets to every IPT event.Quick LinksPlayer StatsPrize Money Breakdown Round 4 GROUP 76D. AlcaideM. HillD. AppletonN. FeijenJ. KirkwoodQ. HannGROUP 77R. AlcanoL. NevelA. PagulayanM. ImmonenF. PetroniC. DeuelGROUP 78F. BustamanteA. LiningD. HarrimanT. DragoM. LohtanderO. OrtmannVisit Inside POOL Magazine for the latest news from billiards and pool.

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