Biado captures US Open One-Pocket crown

Carlo Biado Conquers US Open One-Pocket Championship A Triumphant Return

Filipino cue artist Carlo Biado made a triumphant return to the top, emerging victorious in the 2026 US Open One-Pocket Championship held in Las Vegas, Nevada. On Saturday (Philippine time), Biado defeated fellow Filipino Roland Garcia, 5-1, in an all-Filipino final.

The Road to Victory

This victory was preceded by a grueling road to the top. In the semifinals, Biado faced off against Garcia again, but this time lost in a close battle, 3-4, after five hours of intense competition. However, Biado bounced back, defeating Tony T-Rex Chohan in the loser's bracket with a convincing 3-0 win, earning himself a rematch against Garcia.

A Well-Worth It Effort

Reflecting on his long and arduous journey to victory, Biado shared on his Facebook page that it was all worth it. Sa wakas! (Finally!) After 10 hours straight, he wrote, acknowledging the toll taken by the marathon competition. He also expressed his intention to take a break before competing in several other tournaments, including one with fellow Filipino Rubilen Amit.

Garcia Congratulates the Champion

In a show of sportsmanship, Garcia congratulated Biado on his victory, saying, Congrats to the Black Tiger [Biado] for winning the one pocket event ... he played really solid in the finals, happy to play against him in the finals, another runner-up finish for me. This gesture highlighted the respect and camaraderie between the two competitors.

A Newfound Recognition

With this win, Biado rose to the No. 3 spot on the World Pool Association's (WPA) released world ranking, a significant improvement from his previous ninth-place standing. Albin Ouschan of Austria tops the list, followed by Wojciech Szewczyk of Poland.

What's Next?

Biado will next head to St. Louis, Missouri for the 2026 Bank Pool Masters Showdown, scheduled to take place next month. With his newfound recognition and confidence, he is poised to make a strong impression in the world of professional pool.

Conclusion

Carlo Biado's victory in the US Open One-Pocket Championship serves as a testament to his dedication, perseverance, and skill. As he looks ahead to future competitions, fans can't help but be excited about what he might achieve next.

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