Myanmar will compete in six billiards and snooker events at the XXXIII SEA Games to be hosted by Thailand in 2025, according to the Myanmar Billiards and Snooker Federation.
Out of the 10 events included in the tournament, Myanmar’s three male cueists will take part in six, comprising the singles and team events in billiards, 15-red snooker, and 6-red snooker categories.
The three Myanmar national cueists set to represent the country are Pauk Sa, Aung Htay, and Nay Thway Oo. Pauk Sa, who won gold medals in the singles events at both the 31st and 32nd SEA Games, is again seen as a strong contender for gold. Aung Htay, a gold medallist at the 2013 and 2015 SEA Games, and Nay Thway Oo, a silver medallist at the 16th 2020 Asian Championships and double silver winner at the World Billiards Championships, will also join the national team.
To test their skills ahead of the Games, these three national cueists are currently competing in a trial match against the top three winners from the 2025 Region and State Billiards and Snooker Championships – Kyaw Swa Win from Ayeyawady Region (first prize), Teza Aung from Yangon Region (second prize), and Aye Min from Mandalay Region (third prize). The trial competition is being held at the National Indoor Stadium-I Billiards and Snooker Hall in Thuwunna, Thingangyun Township, Yangon.
“This competition is a test match between the top three winners from the 2025 Region and State Billiards and Snooker Championships and our three national cueists who will represent Myanmar at the XXXIII SEA Games. Billiards is one of the sports that consistently brings home gold, silver, and bronze medals for Myanmar in international tournaments. However, we currently have a shortage of young talent. The Union Minister also wishes to observe the skill levels of regional players, and this event is meant to motivate them by allowing direct interaction with our national players. It helps regional players learn how top players make decisions and develop strategies during matches,” said U Win Htet Mon, Vice-President of the Myanmar Billiards and Snooker Federation and Director of the Competition and Training Branch.
The trial competition will continue until 10 October.
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