Billiards

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Billiards

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What is billiards?
»Billiards is a table game in which
players use special sticks (cue
sticks) to hit balls on a table
with sides. The goal of the game
is to put the balls into the
pockets of the table.

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History of origin
• The history of billiards dates back more than 5
centuries. It is believed that this game
originated around the 16th century in
England, France, and the Netherlands. Even
then, its popularity spread among the
aristocracy and royal courts of Europe.

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The main types of billiards
» 1. Russian
pyramid
» The most common
type in Russia.
» A standard table of
about 3x1.5 m is
used, equipped with
high sides and small
pockets.
» The main objective is
to score a certain
number of balls
("bits") in prearranged pockets

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• 2. American pool
• The gameplay takes place on a
rectangular table of a smaller
size (2.8 x 1.4 m) with large
pockets.
• The main goal is to be the first
to reach the required number of
points by hitting the balls into
the pockets in a given sequence

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Conclusion
• Billiards is a fascinating sport that is
accessible to everyone, regardless of age
or skill level. It is a great way to spend
your free time in an exciting and
productive way!

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