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October 30, 2010

The Revolution will not be Televised: It’s the Power Chat Zone

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Please use this page to post any comments or observations on today’s extravaganza from the O2 in London.

Yes it’s Power Snooker Day, for one day only. Try as I might I can’t ignore it, as a regular said earlier in the week, it’s like staring at a baby with earrings, you can’t help looking but just wondering….

WHY?

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  1. Power snooker? Maybe, but needs to be tweaked a lot. Maybe shorter timeslots last five minutes so smartasses can’t
    walk around wasting time.
    Final could have been great but to easy to run away with.Maybe play to a 1000 points instead, or take away the double
    opening shot.
    The yobs have to stay locked up in the zoo.

    Embarrasing stuff for unsupecting fans and out the window with the whining about being to late for kids to watch.
    No sane parents will let their kid watch such crap.

    Comment by kimball — October 30, 2010 @ 11:28 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  2. SUPERB. well done everyone involved with power snooker.
    thorougly enjoyable.
    ronnie played superb but ding will rue that powerball miss. cost him dear.

    Comment by maza — October 30, 2010 @ 10:04 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  3. I sincerely and strongly hope I’ll never see this sort of event again! There, I had to say it.

    Comment by Mignon — October 30, 2010 @ 10:00 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  4. OK, i’m persisting with power snooker…
    and i thought i’d share this ‘funny’ with you guys..

    Ha – Funny Of The Day – Just Watching Power Snooker And They Were Introducing The Finalists-The Rocket, And Ding-Announced As The ‘Man From China’ Kieran Was Just Leaving The Room And Said ‘WHAT?’ – I Thought He Said ‘Mangina’… Maybe You Had To Be Here ;-)

    Comment by pchell — October 30, 2010 @ 9:57 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  5. 150 break from ronnie has practically finished the final
    ronnie looks in his groove.

    Comment by maza — October 30, 2010 @ 9:46 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  6. nice to see at least ali enjoying it.

    Comment by Philip — October 30, 2010 @ 8:17 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  7. Surely this can’t be what the organisers (or Barry Hearn) wanted when they decided to encourage audience participation? A few drunken blokes singing and shouting whilst the rest of the crowd are sitting on their hands does not constitute atmosphere. It’s nothing like the darts atmosphere really – it’s more like the tail end of the day at a Test match when everyone’s had enough except for the few bladdered lads who can’t actually stand up.

    Comment by jibjib — October 30, 2010 @ 7:42 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  8. dings name is being sung to kumbaya.
    love it.
    ps. if you want scores you can check the wiki page
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Power_snooker

    Comment by maza — October 30, 2010 @ 7:41 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  9. @Andy: Yes, that was what I wanted, THANK YOU, Andy! :)

    Comment by Mignon — October 30, 2010 @ 7:38 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  10. Mignon. Results so far
    Ronnie 238
    Brecel 196

    Selby 206
    Carter 222

    Ding 311
    White 246

    Robbo 274
    Murphy 311

    Hope this is what you wanted

    Comment by Andy — October 30, 2010 @ 7:31 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  11. This is horrible to watch, i was quite looking forward to it but its like watching a car crash

    Comment by Andy — October 30, 2010 @ 7:30 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  12. @Greg P.: To my shame I am still watching – a bit like people used to watch freak shows at the circus in Victorian times. The break is far too important – maybe break off then have a choice – carry on and pot at least four balls or hand it to your oppo to pot two – penalties if either fail.

    Comment by snookerbacker — October 30, 2010 @ 7:09 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  13. big win for ronnie over carter.

    Comment by maza — October 30, 2010 @ 7:04 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  14. You still watching this SB? I think the break rules is the really weak part here. You dont even have to pot a red off the break to stay at the table… all Ronnie had to do there at about the 10 minute arm, was break off and keep potting a few simple balls and he’s won the match. He’s essentially running down the clock…

    Comment by Greg P. — October 30, 2010 @ 6:51 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  15. Any help?

    O’Sullivan 333-196 Brecel
    Ding ?-? White
    Selby ?-? Carter
    Robertson 274-311 Murphy

    So much hype and such an unpro coverage!….

    Comment by Mignon — October 30, 2010 @ 6:40 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  16. Any idea where I could find all the results? No site is currently showing them…. :(

    Comment by Mignon — October 30, 2010 @ 6:12 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  17. @snookerbacker: YES CUMMON ALI hes in my comp but do it for the blog anyway

    Comment by onestep — October 30, 2010 @ 5:53 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  18. @snookerbacker: What is it with these promoters who think the only way to make snooker more exciting is to widen the pockets? I think it tends to lessen the quality as the players go for silly shots they would never dream of playing normally and they take liberties with their position as well. Together with a shot clock, it’s just a recipe for more mistakes, and I’m not convinced that makes the spectacle any better.

    Imagine the uproar if they introduced a new football just before the World Cup that made it impossible to shoot accurately from distance and made goalkeepers fumble straightforward saves. Hmm…why are the people that run these things so clueless? :-(

    Comment by jibjib — October 30, 2010 @ 5:52 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  19. Just had word that Captain Carter is keeping the Team SB colours for tonight. Come on Ali, take the Rocket down with Mustard!

    Comment by snookerbacker — October 30, 2010 @ 5:45 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  20. @snookerbacker: Just watched it. I reckon matt’s a blogger too.

    Comment by onestep — October 30, 2010 @ 5:41 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  21. @onestep: He came out just before Murphy’s match and Matt Smith asked him about the shirt. Word from the camp ‘milk it! :)

    Comment by snookerbacker — October 30, 2010 @ 5:40 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  22. @jibjib: I’ve enjoyed it as a novelty, in the same way as I enjoyed Snooker Loopy. But who wants to hear that every day? Without analysing it too much, they need to get rid of the bonus points for centuries as the games are too one-sided as it is anyway. It’s been fairly obvious in all matches with 5 minutes to go who has won. They should shorten them to 20 minutes and tighten the pockets.

    Comment by snookerbacker — October 30, 2010 @ 5:39 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  23. Lots of things wrong with this format, but it does have some promise.

    Some of the play has been a bit brainless though – I don’t quite get why some players are smacking the balls about looking for a fluke at the end of a “rack”. Haven’t they worked out that they’re playing for points and not frames? Also, 20 seconds is a lot longer than some of them make it look. I’m not in favour of shot-clocks but, as we’ve got one, you’d think they’d have a rough idea how long they’ve got. Some of the guys are playing like it’s a 5 second shot clock.

    Hmmph – actually, on the whole, I’ve decided I’m not that keen on Power Snooker at all.

    Comment by jibjib — October 30, 2010 @ 5:32 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  24. @snookerbacker: luck ive sky plus it was it b4 or after his match? i had to pop out during that match

    Comment by onestep — October 30, 2010 @ 5:30 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  25. @onestep: Onestep, as the co-pilot I can’t believe you missed the ‘Mustard Shirt’ reference during Ali’s interview, surely stealing all the limelight from the power players. Top Drawer from the Captain.

    Comment by snookerbacker — October 30, 2010 @ 5:15 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  26. I cant see this catching on most entertaining thing so far was jimmy’s last red with his hand and the white going inn off!!!

    Comment by onestep — October 30, 2010 @ 5:07 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  27. @snookerbacker:

    yes, and instead of 1 slap it will be doubled to 2.lol

    Comment by maza — October 30, 2010 @ 4:36 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  28. @maza: Draw a Power Zone around the TV set and sit there with the remote and tell your sister she can’t enter because you’re in a Power Play.

    Comment by snookerbacker — October 30, 2010 @ 4:23 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  29. unfortunately my sis wants to watch x-factor tonight. sheeesh.

    thank feck itv4 has the stream

    Comment by maza — October 30, 2010 @ 4:21 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  30. i think carter has the best idea so far.
    like twenty 20 cricket, you have more time than you realise. you dont have to start playing unconventionally to be succesful.

    Comment by maza — October 30, 2010 @ 4:20 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  31. @Tommy: Sorry Tommy, this went into spam because your email wasn’t on it. Not sure how he does that but this site is hard enough to sort!

    Comment by snookerbacker — October 30, 2010 @ 3:17 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  32. @Spongy: Nope, think he’s dumbstruck.

    Comment by snookerbacker — October 30, 2010 @ 2:14 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  33. Ronnie won the first 238 – 196

    Gotta say im not overly impressed so far

    Comment by Andy — October 30, 2010 @ 2:10 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  34. Has Clive Everton said anything yet?

    Comment by Spongy — October 30, 2010 @ 2:10 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  35. Hi guys,

    Any result till now?

    thanks!

    Comment by Epure — October 30, 2010 @ 2:03 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  36. Hopefully some of the matches to come are a bit closer. the excitement disappears a bit quickly if someone gets a big lead.

    Comment by Godspeed — October 30, 2010 @ 2:03 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  37. gave it a go…pile of crap..not interested…i’d even watch Premier League over this drivel..

    Comment by IanWhite — October 30, 2010 @ 2:02 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  38. getting the hang of it.
    there are a lot of tactical things the players could work out like time wasting.
    but this is against the spirit of the game.

    enjoying it.

    POWEERRR ZONNNNNNEE

    Comment by maza — October 30, 2010 @ 1:50 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  39. SB why not have a forum like Mr Nibbs on chit chat?

    Comment by Tommy — October 30, 2010 @ 1:38 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  40. It feels a bit like watching 9 ball pool in a snooker format.

    Comment by Godspeed — October 30, 2010 @ 1:36 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  41. I knew it, one frame and ive seen enough.
    “correction the last score was 2!”
    Plenty of empty tables aswell.

    Comment by Black Whippet — October 30, 2010 @ 1:29 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  42. @Spongy: I was looking forward to Ding’s extensive repetoire of jokes.

    Comment by snookerbacker — October 30, 2010 @ 1:27 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  43. Yeah I heard that, have to say not miking them up must be the right decision

    Comment by Spongy — October 30, 2010 @ 1:26 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  44. I thought they were going to be miked up?

    Comment by snookerbacker — October 30, 2010 @ 1:22 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  45. luca seems a bit confused with a model walking with him. wonder if he manages to concentrate on snooker.

    Comment by Philip — October 30, 2010 @ 1:17 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  46. Sorry, I should have mentioned that I’m outside the UK, so can’t watch it on irv.com

    Comment by Donal — October 30, 2010 @ 1:15 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  47. must read other replies before posting mine…. Backed Brecel in the first on the basis that he’ll have put in a lot more preparation than Ronnie, small stakes only of course

    Comment by Spongy — October 30, 2010 @ 1:13 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  48. @Spongy: It isn’t quite the atmosphere I was expecting just yet. Too many posh blokes eating shaved ham. But the stars of Hollyoaks should be there soon to keep us all entertained.

    Comment by snookerbacker — October 30, 2010 @ 1:13 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  49. Donal, if you’re in the uk then I think you should be able to watch it on the ITV website.

    Liking the powergirls, the rest of it am not quite so sure, could be toe curling…

    Comment by Spongy — October 30, 2010 @ 1:11 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  50. Ali Carter wearing a mustard shirt – flying the flag for the blog. Go the Captain.

    Comment by snookerbacker — October 30, 2010 @ 1:03 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  51. Here you go Donal http://www.itv.com/sport/powersnooker/watchlive/

    Comment by snookerbacker — October 30, 2010 @ 12:38 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  52. If anyone finds a link where this can be watchen online, please post it here.

    Comment by Donal — October 30, 2010 @ 12:34 pm ReplyReply to this comment

  53. I’ll start things off with this contribution from Jimmy http://yfrog.com/nay6vjj

    Comment by snookerbacker — October 30, 2010 @ 11:01 am ReplyReply to this comment

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