Drago Enters The Mosconi Cup
Top Cue Star, Tony Drago has signed up to join the European team for the upcoming Mosconi Cup in December. The famous tournament is now in its 16th year and it will be hosted in Malta for the first time.
Last year saw Drago win all his singles matches, and his performances led him to win the most valuable player of the year award. He was also recognised for his achievements this past May, when he won the 8th edition of the Predator International 10-Ball Championships, where he defeated 95 of the world’s best pool professionals.
This year, the organisers of the Mosconi Cup, Matchroom Sport, are anticipating viewers from overseas as the event is to be broadcasted around the world. Sky Sports will broadcast the tournament live in the UK.
Matchroom Sports associate he tournament with livelier, crowd pleasing sports, ‘The crowds are more akin to football or boxing,’ said Chairman Barry Hearn.
The tournament hosts two 5-man teams from the US and Europe, where they will compete against the other for the cup.
The event will run from December 11-14, and will be held at The Hilton Hotel.
Tickets for the tournament will go on sale on October 1st and package deals are available for overseas travellers through Fraser Eagle Allevents.