Most people have heard of the term "maximum breaking" while playing snooker. The maximum break is the highest in one frame. A player could reach maximum break by potting all of the 15 reds as well as all of the 15 blacks for 120 point. For 27 points, you can pot all six colors in a single frame to break the limit.
Stephen Hendry's book 147
A seven-time World Snooker champion has been making headlines after hitting the record-breaking number 147. The break occurred in the seventh round of his match against Stuart Bingham. The world number 1 is now defending his title, and is in line to win another major prize. Hendry however isn't convinced the extra incentive of a Crucible break of 147 is worth taking the risk.
Ronnie O'Sullivan's 147
Ronnie O'Sullivan has made 15 competitive 147 breaks. His first break was made at the 1997 World Championships at the Crucible Theatre. He was up against Elliot Slessor and Allan Taylor at the 2018 English Open. This is the fastest maximum ever achieved by a male player in the World Championship.
Jimmy White's Number 147
Jimmy White's 1992 147 break is one of the most memorable snooker breaks. This British professional had a remarkable career and was one among the most beloved snooker players. He won the UK Championship, Masters, and six World Championship finals. Despite his success he did not win The Crucible.
Jimmy White's victory against Tony Drago
Jimmy White's 147 against Tony Draga is considered one of the best billiards shots ever. It was shot by the former world number 1 in only three minutes and 31 seconds. It was the fastest century-break in a ranking competition. Drago is a skilled player, but he has his faults. His temperament is sometimes shaky and he has played poorly against the rest.
Jimmy White's 147 against Jimmy White
A break of 147 in table tennis is a huge achievement. Jim White was the first person to achieve this feat in 1992. White broke the Reds in one of his matches against Steve Davis. After that, White seemed to be on his way to reaching his career-high of147. He faced a long pot on his 10th black. After kissing off a red, White landed on black. This win earned him PS114,000. Drago greeted Drago warmly after the match.