I know that for many of the 14.1 players, this event has nothing to do with money. It's about the love of 14.1 and the prestige of winning the title. The WPA may not sanction this event as a world championship, but until there is a 14.1 event that has a bigger field and more money, I can fully understand why the players want it recognized as a championship title event.
To further that argument, 8ball, 9ball and 10ball are very popular games globally. 14.1 however, is small in comparison and is predominantly American. As such, the field will likely reflect that (which it does), and expecting event promoters to generate equal money added is unreasonable.
I'm far too uneducated about such things to decide who's right or wrong, but I figured I'd take a quick second to give my 2 cents. In either case, thanks Jerry for taking the time to explain the WPA side of things a bit more clearly.
To further that argument, 8ball, 9ball and 10ball are very popular games globally. 14.1 however, is small in comparison and is predominantly American. As such, the field will likely reflect that (which it does), and expecting event promoters to generate equal money added is unreasonable.
I'm far too uneducated about such things to decide who's right or wrong, but I figured I'd take a quick second to give my 2 cents. In either case, thanks Jerry for taking the time to explain the WPA side of things a bit more clearly.