In the world of billiards, there are few moments that are as incredible as they seem — but when the name is Efren “Bata” Reyes, miracles can happen. And this time, that miracle was a spectacular 6-pack run that the world couldn’t believe its eyes. A performance so perfect, so supernatural, that it made the pros, the audience, and even other legends stand up, stunned, and take off their hats.
A major tournament was taking place in Manila, bringing together the world’s top players. In a match that everyone thought would be just a friendly match, or at most a light display of skill, Efren Reyes silenced everyone. When he stepped onto the table, with a slight smile on his face and his usual calm demeanor, no one knew they were about to witness one of the greatest feats in pool history.
Reyes' opponent this time was a young American player who once declared: "I've watched hundreds of his matches. I know how to counter him." A confident, yet arrogant statement against a living legend like Reyes.
Reyes started the match quietly. A perfect break, but as usual, nothing flashy. But when he cleared the table cleanly, each shot seemed to have a "magic eye", everyone thought it was just a good game. But then the second game continued, and Reyes didn't let his opponent have a chance to touch the cue stick. Game three, game four, game five... and game six — Reyes ran six racks in a row without stopping. A perfect 6-pack run.
Six games in a row, his opponent could only stand and watch, holding the cue but not doing anything. Every shot of Reyes seemed to be programmed. Precise ball path, absolute control of the cue ball, and above all, tactical thinking beyond the times. There was no wasted shot. There was no “lucky” shot. Every touch was so calculated that it left even the most seasoned commentators speechless.
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When the last ball of the sixth rack fell into the pocket, the crowd exploded. Cheers filled the arena. Many people stood up, screaming and clapping. They were not just watching an impressive performance, but a living legend writing a legend. All cameras were focused on Reyes, who kept a calm expression, as if this was just his “daily job.”
A reporter exclaimed at the press conference afterward:
“We thought his prime was over, but it seems the magic never goes away. Reyes doesn’t just play billiards, he shows art on the table.”
In the world of pool, running a rack is difficult. To run six racks in a row—that is, from start to finish, without the opponent touching the cue—is a nightmare for the opponent, and a dream come true for the performer. It requires absolute skill, absolute focus, and an iron will. Reyes not only surpassed that limit, but did it with ease, as if he were taking a stroll in the park.
Even modern superstars like Shane Van Boening, Joshua Filler, and Ko Pin-Yi rarely do this in a tense match. But Efren—in his 60s—did it, and did it with style that was distinctly “The Filipino Wizard.”
Immediately after the match, social media went crazy. The hashtag #Efren6PackRun trended worldwide. Sports news sites from ESPN, the World Pool Federation to the French sports newspaper L'Équipe all reported it. A commentator in the US exclaimed on TV:
“If you never believed in miracles, Efren Reyes made you change your mind today.”
Meanwhile, young players who once doubted him — now post status lines expressing absolute respect. A Japanese player shared on Twitter:
“Just when I thought I understood everything about billiards, Efren Reyes opens a whole new chapter.”
Six racks — six sublime moments — six helpless sighs from opponents — and once again, the world bows before the man known as the “Wizard of Billiards.” Efren Reyes has proven that true class never fades with time.
He is more than just a player. He is an icon. A living miracle. A testament to the saying: “Talent is a gift, but mastery is a legacy.” And that day, with an incredible 6-pack run, Reyes added another chapter to his legend — one that made the world stand up and say, "Unbelievable!"
