Mike D withdraws from World 14.1

btown said:
Lol, it didn't
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He figured he should be seeded the highest, because he's the only "star" in the field. I mean he is a "hustler", no one else can say they are a TV star
 
cleary said:
There's more to the story. What Charlie said about him not committing to the tournament is probably true, there is just more to the story. Sorry for not spilling the beans but I would also withdraw.

But you're right, I wanted to look super important. I hope it worked...
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Andrew,

You are super important regardless of your thoughts posted here!!!! :rolleyes: ;) :sorry:

Lyn
 
cleary said:
There's more to the story. What Charlie said about him not committing to the tournament is probably true, there is just more to the story. Sorry for not spilling the beans but I would also withdraw.

But you're right, I wanted to look super important. I hope it worked...
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Why didn't you take his place PLAYER!
 
billiardthought said:
He withdrew because of a seeding issue. Was told he was seeded #3 and found out they moved him to #15 or something like that.

What are your thoughts? I understand why he withdrew but I mean, sitting out isn't going to put the brakes on the tournament. Why not stay in?
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To begin with, Mike D is not even close to a no 3 seed in this tournament.
 
JumpinJoe said:
He figured he should be seeded the highest, because he's the only "star" in the field. I mean he is a "hustler", no one else can say they are a TV star
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Lol Brent. This just in ladies and gentlemen!!! Mike Dechaine withdraws from World 14.1 because his head won't fit through the doors at Steinway!!!
 
JumpinJoe said:
He figured he should be seeded the highest, because he's the only "star" in the field. I mean he is a "hustler", no one else can say they are a TV star
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I wonder if him not officially being #1 on "the list" had anything to do with his new seeding.
 
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koreandragon said:
Mr.Dechaine was not seeded #15. This was explained to him several times though he refused to listen to the explanation. His primary argument was he saw Mr.Immonen's name placed above his name in the group assuming he was now seeded lower.

Also, it is documented that Mr.Dechaine accepted his original invite, later declined it, later re-accepted, declined it, and then accepted, and then withdrew during a period of 30 days. And he was still given a seeded position despite by the organizers.

No other player in the 56 player field had any issue with the groupings or seedings, his spot was fulfilled by another pro player immediately and the World 14.1 is continuing on schedule as planned
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Good for you coming on the thread and explaining your side of it. I realize there's three sides of the story, yours, Mike's, and the truth.

That said, thanks for the straight pool tournament in America. Though I'm not a straight pool afficionado, I know this tournament brings a lot of joy to many pool players around the world who do love 14.1.

One problem with professional players is the bruised egos. They sometimes want special treatment or perks. When you have a tournament like yours, unlike the U.S. Open 9-Ball Championship which accepts players of all caliber, there's going to be many bruised egos. They're all super stars in their own right, but they can't all get special treatment.

I'm not saying Mike didn't have a reason to withdraw, but having half of the story on this thread and watching it spark a flame with people's analysis of what *really* happened isn't doing anybody any favors. I wish Mike all the best in his future endeavors. :)
 
Interesting that CW came into this thread to reply, or at least put his version out there.

He never replies in the drive-by threads he starts here, this made me go "hmmmmm"

Watching the Facebook comments is also interesting.
 
justadub said:
Interesting that CW came into this thread to reply, or at least put his version out there.

He never replies in the drive-by threads he starts here, this made me go "hmmmmm"

Watching the Facebook comments is also interesting.
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Not sure what to make of this now ???
 
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JAM said:
Good for you coming on the thread and explaining your side of it. I realize there's three sides of the story, yours, Mike's, and the truth.

That said, thanks for the straight pool tournament in America. Though I'm not a straight pool afficionado, I know this tournament brings a lot of joy to many pool players around the world who do love 14.1.

Good points! I agree 100%
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cleary said:
Sorry, I'm not at liberty to give the details. Just saying, I would have withdrawn too.
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Is 15 the number of some pool groupies hotel room? How does Charlie decide whaose the best in the world when the tournament is mostly guys that haven't run 100 balls? It's yet another farce.
 
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