Parbhu outplays field to win WCD Open 8-Ball title

The West Coast of Demerara (WCD) was transformed into a hub of top-class cue sport action when Suraj Sports Bar at Meten-Meer-Zorg hosted its Open 8-Ball Pool Tournament, attracting some of the best pool players from across the country.
The highly-competitive tournament was played under ball-in-hand rules, with early rounds contested as a race to three. The intensity increased in the quarter-finals and semi-finals, which were played as a race to four, while the final showdown was decided over a race to five.
After several days of thrilling matches and high-pressure performances, Johnathan Parbhu emerged as the overall champion, capturing first place and the top prize of $150,000. Sunil Mangru secured second place and earned $70,000, while Timal Nandkishore finished third to collect $30,000. Anthony Xavier placed fourth and also received $30,000.

Strong performances were also recorded by Gerald Prasad, Daniel Emmanuel, Rudolph Thorhill, and Sean De Souza, who finished fifth through eighth, respectively, each earning $10,000. Emmanuel further distinguished himself by winning the tournament’s Trick Shot Trophy, adding extra flair to an already impressive showing.
Organisers expressed special appreciation to the referees who ensured fair play throughout the competition: Carl Williams, Kristoff Pollydore, Sewchand Narine, and Mahindra Ramdat. High praise was also extended to Dave Rupnarain of PoolPro Sono, who was credited as the driving force behind the successful staging of the event.
The tournament was made possible through the generous support of several sponsors, including Guyana Breweries Inc, Rambarran Construction Services, Island Link Internet Service, Eclipse Sports Bar, K Kusal General Construction, Arvin’s Restaurant and Bar, Avinash Persaud and Associates, Under Rocks Restaurant and Bar, Alvin Electrical and Contracting Service, Randy Exotic Cuts, Stag Beer, 592 Beer, Coors Light, Chief Pool Club, DM Electrical Supplies, Terzech Trucking Service, MP Wholesale Depot, Arnold Hollow Blocks, and Danny Ground Provision Hub.