Jimmy White is a well-known snooker player. Born in Balham, London, Jimmy has enjoyed an impressive career that has seen him win 30 professional titles. His charismatic style and great natural talent are what make him unique. His remarkable career has brought him to the top, in many places around the globe.
A member of England's World Cup team in 1988, he also won the English Amateur Championship in 1979. He went on to win with Alex Higgins the World Doubles Championship. This has given him a reputation as both a sportsman, and as a funny after-dinner speaker. He is also a dedicated conservationist. As such, he is an animal lover who has worked with award-winning documentary groups.
Jimmy White, who began his professional career at age eighteen, reached the final of the British Open. After a promising early career, White remained in top eight for the majority of his career. His fortunes started to plummet in the 1990s. He was not able to replicate his past success, but he managed to keep his place in the main tour for another year.
Jimmy White was a well-known underdog. He was a player who displayed a fiery style and a fierce determination to win. His 1999 world semifinal was one of his most memorable moments.
He didn't lose any frames in his first two qualifying matches. But when it came to his next two tournaments, he fell short of a victory, losing in deciding frames to Xiao Guodong and Matthew Selt. He continued to show good performances throughout the year, despite the setbacks.
He won three matches at full ranking events in the 2014/15 season. But, he lost to Barry Hawkins during the International Championship. It was a disappointing end to his season. Despite this, his final ranking was in the top eight, not the top 64.
Jimmy White was the youngest ever to win the ranking tournament the following season. He defeated Mark Selby, Stephen Hendry and David Morris during the tournament. His win secured him a place in the pro top 64.
Jimmy White is the star of the BBC2 docu-series Gods Of Snooker. He is a favourite of snooker players around the world and has become a beloved figure. He divides his time between public speaking and snooker when he's not playing. Often called upon to host awards ceremonies and high profile corporate events, he shares his experience of the sport with audiences.
Jimmy White made sure to make the most of his opportunity while fighting for his place among the top 64. To secure his spot in the top 64, he qualified to the International Championship. He was the second player overall to achieve a maximum break in this tournament.