Pazo de Feiras e Congresos de Lugo
Avenida da Fábrica da Luz
27004 Lugo
Galicia
Spain
Web site: www.confederacionpool.com
Download the City Of Lugo Open newsletter (Large 1.8Mb .pdf file)
Friday/Saturday/Sunday 4-6 July 2008
Francisco Diaz wins the 10,000 Euro top prize at premier Spanish event.
Francisco “Paquito” Diaz Pizzaro also known as “The Tornado” for his fast style of play, took the title in the International “City of Lugo” Open 9 Ball event.
Despite the EPBF banning their top players from taking part in this event due to the Qatar tournament taking place at the same time, a classy field including the likes of Karl Boyes, semi finalist in the 2007 World Pool Championship, turned up for a tilt at the 10,000 € first prize.
For the second year running the title stayed in Spain but, only just, as Manuel Gama of Portugal was edged out in a thrilling final which finished 11-10 in favour of the Spaniard who is known for his fast play and shares the nickname “Tornado” with Tony Drago of Malta.
Click on "Read More..." for the details.
Download the City Of Lugo Open newsletter (Large 1.8Mb .pdf file)