The EFREN REYES shot that changed POOL HISTORY | Epic Z shot

The shot that changed Pool History. An epic shocker that received a standing ovation from all the lucky folks in attendance. Join us as we go back & commentate on this vintage match with Efren Reyes & Earl Strickland only here at Efren Reyes TV.

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[kennethellison]

The concession at the end is one of the most sportsman-like gestures ever. It was the exact right thing to do.

[mikewedgwood]

It's awesome how strichland let him have it on the nine ball. He didn't even want to take the chance that he was going to miss that nine ball. He truly felt he earned and deserved it. True class and respect. What a gentleman's game.

[dennissanjuan]

Strickland is a true sportsman. He didn't bother to wait for Efren to sink the last ball. For him, anybody who can make that kind of shot deserved to win. No need to take away the credit from him. Sending my respect to Strickland for that sportsmanlike gesture.

[ThinkOutsideOfTheIdiotBox]

That’s class right there. Even acknowledging not only that he’s that good, but not even making him shoot the last out of respect and raising his hand at the end. Kids today could take a lesson from this.

[EODReddFox]

Strickland conceding is incredible. Rather than sit there and hold on to the possibility of Reyes shooting a mistake, he saw the incredible player and champion quality of a player like Reyes, and gave it up to him. Skill recognizes skill, and to see the guy you’re trying to beat thrive under the pressure and turn it around on you. He probably wasn’t even disappointed. I bet he would tell the story of conceding to Reyes with the kind of enthusiasm that people regale others the best moments of their life.

[Zarzar]

Never watched pool and no clue who these two players are, but Strickland just getting up and conceding at the end there was top class. Not to mention the various clapping and expressions of disbelief throughout Efren's turn. Haven't ever seen that kind of respect in a sport as competitive as this. Two fantastic players no doubt

[horseclock]

This should be show to all high school level athletes, even if you don't understand pool you can understand the sportsmanship he showed at the end, total class act.

[renzllavore]

Greatest pool shot ever by undoubtedly the greatest pool player of all time Efren Bata Reyes. Kudos to Earl the Pearl Strickland, class act.

[stevekapp]

Efren used to play GI’s at bars outside of Clark Air Base, Philippines in the early 1980’s. I had the opportunity of getting beat by him once. I broke and never got another shot. He was the nicest guy you could ever meet!

[espinosaisagani]

That last shot of Efren Reyes made Earl Strickland great too for being magnanimous in defeat. They're both winners!

[kevinlucas]

I love how he was walking around like he didn’t know what he was going to do when he was actually giving space for the announcers to talk crap before destroying everyone

[elblaino]

What a brilliant shot by Reyes, the clutch play of clutch plays. And what a class act that Strickland is. I actually teared up at that show of respect from one talented player to another. Such an inspiring human moment. Very glad to have chanced across this video.

[goinhot]

When earl Strickland concedes the match and raises your hand in celebration, you know something epic has happened. He’s a hot head but showed his gentlemen side

[anthzila]

The best shot ever considering the level of competition, the pressure and the money involved. Grace under pressure indeed.

[debandmike]

The thing we all know about Earl is he doesn't mind losing as long as it is a well-deserved victory by his opponent. He is all about pool greatness whether himself or other players.

[wesellis]

A crazy shot and a humble opponent who appreciated and praised what he did. A pretty perfect situation

[MrArdytube]

It never gets old, no matter how often I watch it

[dibber]

This is not only an AMAZING shot by Reyes, but also an AMAZING show of sportsmanship by Strickland!!!

VERY rare to have Earl Strickland showing class and sportsmanship to anyone, AND to have it on video!!!

VERY rare, INDEED!!!

[najaf]

The way his opponent appreciates him is truly showing the spirit of sportsmanship 👍❤️

[christianmain]

The Magician is phenomenal, bar none, but Strickland should be deeply recognized and commended for his just as exceptional sportsmanship for conceding and allowing Efren to take the win off the spectacular performance and execution