Anton 'The Dragon' Raga Dominates Johann Chua, Advances to World Pool Championship's Last 16
Source: news.source.sunstar
Anton Raga of Cebu, known as 'The Dragon,' secured a convincing 11-6 victory over Johann Chua at the 2025 World Pool Championship in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, advancing to the Last 16. This marks Raga's third consecutive win against Chua in major international tournaments. Seven Filipino players, including Raga, moved to the next round, showcasing a strong performance by the Philippine team despite tough competition ahead.
Key Points
Anton Raga defeated Johann Chua 11-6 in the 2025 World Pool Championship.
Raga's victory marks his third consecutive win over Chua in major international events.
Seven Filipino players advanced to the Last 16, showcasing strong Philippine representation.
Other Filipino players who advanced include Carlo Biado, James Aranas, Bernie Regalario, Patric Gonzales, Jeffrey Ignacio, and Jefrey Roda.
Defending champion Fedor Gorst and Ko Ping Chung are among the formidable opponents in the next round.
The final of the championship is scheduled for July 26, 2025.
