Tanvee Vallem.
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Tanvee Vallem, a nine-year-old Indian-origin billiards sensation, has secured a spot in the upcoming prestigious Predator WPA World 10-Ball Junior Championship in Austria later this month.
The prestigious championship in Klagenfurt, Austria from October 19-22, will feature a challenging 10-Ball format, with matches raced to 7. This change in discipline from 9-Ball to 10-Ball aligns with the evolving trends in the sport, making it even more exciting for fans and players alike.
Hailing from Hyderabad, Tanvee lives with her parents in Bethesda, a Maryland suburb of Washington DC.
She made history recently by becoming the youngest one to appear at the Predator World Junior 9 Ball Championship in Puerto Rico.
The championships will see reigning champions defending their titles, with World 10-Ball Women’s Champion Chou and Men’s World 8-Ball Champion Francisco Sanchez-Ruiz set to showcase their skills once more.
The Junior division will witness a change to 10-Ball, reflecting the evolving trends in the sport and aligning with the choice of professionals.
Tanvee will represent India.
“Her presence on the international circuit is not only a source of immense pride for her family but also a source of inspiration for aspiring billiards enthusiasts in India and around the world,” a media release said on Saturday.
Noted players, including Alok Kumar, Chitra. M, Ranveer Duggal and Laksh Sharma, are also invited to participate in their respective divisions proudly representing India.