Heyball, the new kid in cue sports town, has something for everyone.

The quick-paced game is played with striped and solid balls, which appeals to pool enthusiasts. For cueists with a traditional bent of mind, the table — nine feet by five feet in size, with tight pockets — is similar to what is used in snooker, only smaller.

Universal appeal

And then there is the universal appeal — big prize money.

Heyball, also known as Chinese 8-ball, has grown in popularity in recent years. The arrival of Joy Billiards — one of China’s leading billiard table manufacturers — as sponsor and tournament organiser has taken the sport all over the world.

The financial rewards are particularly lucrative, with the World Heyball Masters Grand Finals held earlier this year offering a whopping $1,700,000 pri

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