Century breaks are considered the highest skill level in snooker. A century break can be defined as 25 consecutive balls that the player is able pot at least 100 point. The maximum break is 147. However, a number of players are known to have achieved even larger break.
Alex Higgins is considered one of the greatest comeback stories in the history of snooker. He began his career as an amateur in Northern Ireland, and he made a name for himself in the world of snooker. After winning the World Doubles Championship (1984) and the UK Championship (1983), he was made an MBE to honor his service to the sport. His matches were immortalized and televised.
Ronnie O'Sullivan is one of the most successful snooker players ever. Ronnie O'Sullivan has not only the most centuries, but also the most ranking title. He holds the record for having the longest career century and fastest maximum break. He is the only snooker player to have won more Triple Crowns. If you're looking for a player who deserves the top spot, look no further than Ronnie O'Sullivan.
In snooker, a century break is when a player pots at least 100 points in a single match. A professional tournament player may score a maximum break of just 147. It is a very important event in any tournament.
Two players have reached the century mark in the 2021-22 season. Daniel Wells and Ding Junhui both reached a century in one match. Both were able to win the World title.
Stephen Hendry is the most successful amateur snooker player of all time. At the age of 15, he won the UK Championship and was ranked as the world's youngest amateur champion. He has compiled 36 ranked titles, and is retired today.
Steve Davis was one the greatest snooker players in the 1980s and 1990s. He held the World Championship title for 15 consecutive years during his peak. Before he retired, he held the number one rank for seven seasons.
Stacey Hillyard holds the record of the most centuries achieved in a single match. She has won five professional tournaments. This includes a match against Kyren Wilkinson, which saw her break for 114.
Other notable names on the list include Joe Davis, Willie Thorne, Barry Hawkins, Mark Rowing, Lynette Horsburgh, Dennis Taylor, and Ray Reardon. Michael White is one of many snooker professionals to have compiled a total of over 500 breaks. Jimmy White and Anthony Hamilton are others.
There are many other players who have reached 100 centuries over their snooker careers. The above list will be updated every season to include players who have crossed the threshold of 80. Players who are tied for most centuries will be sorted by most centuries during previous seasons.