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What year did Dennis Taylor first win the Embassy world snooker championship?

1985. Dennis Taylor beat Steve Davis in this memorable final. It was one of the longest final frames ever, going all the way to the final black!

What year did Joe Johnson first win the Embassy world snooker championship?

1986. This was Joe's first final.

What year did Steve Davis first win the Embassy world snooker championship?

1981. Steve then went on to win it a total of 6 times, along with countless other titles making him one of the most respected players of all time.

What year did Alex Higgins first win the World snooker championship?

1972. Alex then won it for a 2nd time 10 years later.

What year did John Parrot first win the Embassy world snooker championship?

1991. John Parrot is now as famous for being on quiz shows as he is for his snooker skills.

In which year did Cliff Thorburn first win the Embassy world snooker championship?

1980. Cliff was a pool hustler in Canada before switching to snooker. He is known for his patience and determination and is known as "The Grinder".

What year in the 1990s did Jimmy White win the Embassy world snooker championship?

He didn't win it in the 90s. Jimmy White has been in the final of the World championships numerous times. He is still one of the most popular players and his quick playing style has earned him the nickname "The Whirlwind".

What year did Peter Ebdon first win the Embassy world snooker championship?

2002. Peter Ebdon is well known for his brightly coloured waistcoats.

What year did Alex Higgins win the world snooker championship for the 2nd time?

1982. Alex won the world championship for the first time in 1972. His fast playing style earned him the nickname "The hurricane". (The world championship became the Embassy World Championships in 1976).

What year did Terry Griffiths first win the Embassy world snooker championship?

1979. Terry won it at his first attempt! Since then, he had gone on to win many other tournaments, before retiring and becoming a respected commentator.