Hi Daryl, is a pleasure to ask you this questions, but beforte you start, I want to thank you give us the possibility to chat with you.
– The first question, When do you start to play pool?
I started playing pool in 1995, but I played snooker for 10 years before that.
– When you started to play pool, Did you think that you will get so far?
Well, I won the first 4 tournaments that I entered!….so yes I knew I would do very well.
– What was your first cue?
It was a Buffalo rainbow butt, with a Ballabuska shaft.
– Whome bought it too you?
I got a sponsor early on in my pool career who gave me all of my equipment.
– What type of pool do you prefer?
I prefer 9ball because of it’s history… and this is followed by 10ball… mainly because they are rotational games.
– Who was the pool player you have ever liked?
Like most players, my favourite apart from myself is Efren Reyes.
– What was the first tournament you won?
It was a UK ranking tournament in Halifax, England…..because I was new to the pool scene nobody knew me, so it was a good feeling to beat the top UK players.
– And the first trophy?
My first trophy was a 1st place…..I received a large trophy for this win.
– Always love trophies more than others, which are you most proud?
My most proud trophy is definitely the world 9ball championships trophy…….the ultimate tournament that EVERYONE wants to win.
– Your nickname is «Razzledazzle» and «the Dazzler», Who gave you those nicknames? and for what reason?
I got these nicknames when I first started playing……they mean «flash» or «exciting» that’s how I used to play…..not as much these days though lol
– Do you play any tournament in Spain?
Yes I have won many tournaments in Spain….in 2010 I won the international 8ball AND 9ball tournaments which were held in Lugo and Benalmadena.
– What do you think?
I love the Spanish tournaments, there are lots of good players, and it’s a very friendly atmosphere.
– How is your training?
I like to practice only on my own because I like to work on my technique….I have a nice table in my home so I am very lucky.
– How many hours do you training each day?
I try to practice for around 1.5 hours per day.
– When not playing or coaching pool, how you spend your free time?
When I’m not playing/coaching pool, I have another serious job…..I buy and renovate properties here in the UK
– Who is your best friend in pool’s world?
Mark Gray is a good friend of mine.
– What kind of cue case have you?
Predator case and cues…..they are one of my sponsors.
– What have you got in your cue case?
I have only cues, chalk, a cue smoother, and a couple of tip tools….that’s it
– What would you say to someone who wants to start playing pool?
I would say don’t…..play golf or tennis instead! Hahahaha…..there’s more money in those games!
– What is the next tournament you play?
My next event is the German Eurotour (which I have won before, so fingers crossed)
– Thank you Daryl for letting us know more about you, and from Bola-8.es we wish you the best of luck in your upcoming tournaments
No problem Carlos….anytime.