Nine-Ball champion from Kanhi Superbalita clinches victory at SBA Philippine Open tournament

Nine-Ball champion from Kanhi Superbalita clinches victory at SBA Philippine Open tournament

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Anton "The Dragon" Raga, a fearsome Filipino pool player from Cebu, proved his might once again, crushing Jericho "Panday" Bañares in a nail-biting final at the Sharks Billiard Association (SBA) Philippine Open on April 27, 2025, held at the Sharks Arena and Sports Bar in Tomas Morato, Quezon City.

Raga took home a hefty $400,000 prize for his impressive victory.

In the grand finale, broadcast on PTV 11, Raga expressed his gratitude towards his family, friends, and supporters.

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At 28, Raga had previously become the champion of our website's Superbalita 9-Ball Challenge, demonstrating no lack of tenacity and determination in his pursuit of the crown.

Born and bred in Talisay City, Cebu, Raga's triumph in this tournament was a testament to his sheer talent and potential, as forecasted by the founder and commissioner of this event, Hadley Mariano.

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"Tonight's victory wasn't just a tournament win – it was a statement. The Philippine Open was designed to set new standards and discover the next generation of champions, and tonight, we witnessed that vision come to life," Mariano told PNA News.

Raga, renowned for his power and consistent performance[1][4], displayed his supreme skills and dominance in the highly-competitive race-to-13 contest[4]. His victory at the Philippine Open was a clear indication of his prowess in billiards[3][4][5].

1. Anton Raga, the 28-year-old pool player from Talisay City, Cebu, showcased his tenacity and determination once again by winning the Superbalita 9-Ball Challenge.
2. Raga's victory in the Sharks Billiard Association (SBA) Philippine Open, a highly-competitive kampyunato, served as a statement and a testament to his potential, as forecasted by Hadley Mariano.
3. The finals of the Philippine Open, a tournament designed to set new standards and discover the next generation of champions, were broadcast on PTV 11.
4. After his impressive victory, Raga expressed his gratitude in the grand finale, where he took home a prize of $400,000.
5. The Philippine hockey community eagerly awaits to see Raga's dominance and skills demonstrated in upcoming competitions.

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