As I have tickets for Thursday and Friday, I found myself in the odd position of willing team USA to get some points on the board. I have waited all year for this, and now I fully expect it to be pretty much over tonight, I will be shocked if there is a 4th day.
Europe certainly got the rolls last night and I thought Dechaine was quite unlucky, and Appleton was there for the taking. Hope the young Americans will come out blazing, and, for the sake of the competition at least, go in 6-4, 7-3 going into day 3. Though, I could see Europe winning 4-1 tonight - hopefully Barry offers refunds for the Friday...
I love watching this event, and love watching 9 ball, I wish it was promoted and televised more in this country, especially as snooker seems to be on the wane.
A question for team USA fans, what's Earl up to nowadays? Surely he would have thrived in this atmosphere, given the fans some stick back and would have brought that fighting spirit, that, when I started watching this tournament many years ago, seemed to be the backbone for the all the great American teams.
There is nothing better than a close Mosconi, so for that reason, I hope USA cue a little better tonight (and get a few rolls).