🔥 “UNBELIEVABLE!” – At 68 Years Old, Efren Bata Reyes Plays Like a Warrior Against Lithuania’s Best Young Player!

At an age when many people have put aside their passion and retreated to a leisurely life, Efren "Bata" Reyes - a living symbol of the world billiards - is still writing new glorious chapters in his miraculous career. And this time, he stunned the world when he entered the competition with Lithuania's most promising young talent - Dainius Petrauskas, a 21-year-old player who is being hailed as "the next generation of Europe".

The match was held at an international friendly tournament with a show character, but its attraction far exceeded expectations. People flocked to the stadium not only to witness Petrauskas' performance, but also because of the name Efren Reyes - who, despite his old age, still possesses the same magical, magical playing style as before. And then... all eyes were completely captivated by each unimaginable shot of the old man from the Philippines.

Right from the first shots, Reyes made the audience amazed. Despite being at a disadvantage when his young opponent possessed physical strength, quick reflexes and extremely stable mentality, Efren was not pressured. Instead, he played with experience, composure and... shots that people could not believe came from a 68-year-old!

One of the shocking moments was in the fourth shot of the second set. Petrauskas forced Reyes into an extremely difficult position, when the cue ball was stuck in the middle of the opponent's defensive ball cluster, with no clear path to approach the target ball. But with the talent of a "wizard", Reyes made a shot that circled the table, combined with extremely precise spin, sent the ball around the obstacle, lightly touched the target ball and... put it in the pocket! The entire audience exploded with cheers: "UNBELIEVABLE!"

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Petrauskas then had to stand up and applaud. Even though he was an opponent, he could not hide his admiration. After the match, the young Lithuanian player shared:

“I came here with the goal of learning. I could not believe that, at the age of 68, he could still handle difficult situations so smoothly and even... artistically. It is not just technique – it is the feeling, the instinct of a legend.”

Although there were moments when the young opponent took the initiative, Efren was not shaken. He was like a veteran warrior, leisurely waiting for the opportunity, and when the opponent was vulnerable – he immediately counterattacked with a series of “high-damage” shots. That “gentle but deadly” style of play has been Reyes’ trademark for decades.

In particular, what moved the audience was his playing spirit. Never frowning, never tense, Reyes played with a gentle smile, mischievous eyes, sometimes teasing the audience and his opponents. He was more than just a snooker player – he was an artist on the table, someone who breathed life into every shot.

The match ended after nearly an hour and a half with a close score, and although Petrauskas won 7-6 overall, people did not talk much about the result – but rather the magic of Efren Reyes. At nearly 70 years old, he still makes even the young people admire him, still playing with heart, art and passion intact.

Lithuanian media called Reyes a “time warrior”. Major European sports newspapers did not spare praise:

“He is living proof that age is just a number, passion and skill can overcome all limits.”

“Reyes did not come to win – he came to remind us that snooker is an art, and he is a great artist of it.”

The professional commentators were also particularly moved:

“We thought this would be a symbolic, friendly match. But no! Efren Reyes came here to compete – and he played like he was in his prime. Every hit was a valuable lesson for the younger generation.”

And indeed, for Petrauskas – the defeat did not upset him. On the contrary, he was proud to be on the same table as one of the greatest legends.

“I used to watch him play on YouTube all my childhood. Now, when I meet him in person, I really understand why people call him ‘The Magician’.”

The event ended with Reyes shaking Petrauskas’ hand, smiling brightly amid the endless applause from the stands. It was not just a match – it was a living artistic performance, a powerful testament to the value of dedication, perseverance and never-ending passion.

And perhaps, every person watching that match said to themselves:
“If at 68, I can still do what I love, with such passion – what could be better than life?”
Efren Reyes – the man who refuses to be defeated by age – is still writing a story that inspires the world, day by day, shot by shot.