Match fixing in billiards, it happens in snooker. Would it pay for players that have the backing to just buy their match or even sell it?
With the tournament world in constant chaos, everyone under stress from finances would an inexperienced player know what to do if approached?
Some people are fortunate that finances aren't a huge burden. But for others its a real mystery how some players can afford to be on the road. Some of those players are too young to even understand the trouble they can get into. The lure of prize money and the confidence of backers can be a deadly combination for young players looking to make it big quick.
I love hearing about the international array of cultures coming together. Believing in wealthy individuals that can afford big losses is not good practice. I've seen some new and very young players at tournaments from US and the world. It could be foolish for me to think about their life, because they are making the choices. Players policing themselves, its a silly idea. I am likely imagining problems that aren't worth considering.
https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/2175951/chinese-snooker-star-yu-delu-banned-10-years-match-fixing
Chinese snooker star Yu Delu banned 10 years for match-fixing.
With the tournament world in constant chaos, everyone under stress from finances would an inexperienced player know what to do if approached?
Some people are fortunate that finances aren't a huge burden. But for others its a real mystery how some players can afford to be on the road. Some of those players are too young to even understand the trouble they can get into. The lure of prize money and the confidence of backers can be a deadly combination for young players looking to make it big quick.
I love hearing about the international array of cultures coming together. Believing in wealthy individuals that can afford big losses is not good practice. I've seen some new and very young players at tournaments from US and the world. It could be foolish for me to think about their life, because they are making the choices. Players policing themselves, its a silly idea. I am likely imagining problems that aren't worth considering.
https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/2175951/chinese-snooker-star-yu-delu-banned-10-years-match-fixing
Chinese snooker star Yu Delu banned 10 years for match-fixing.
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