Barratt sees off youngster Patel for snooker victory

A young newcomer made a big impression when he reached the final of Jackson’s monthly handicap snooker competition.

Thirteen year-old Kaylan Patel travelled from Leicester to take part and topped the table at the end of the group stage of the contest.

Karl Barratt, left, with runner up Kaylan Patel.placeholder image
Karl Barratt, left, with runner up Kaylan Patel.

Playing off a handicap of 15 he got the better of James Hart (20) in the semi-final, winning 2-1.

In the other semi-final Karl Barratt (45) beat Brian Slater (5) 2-0.

But it was experience that won the day with Barratt beating the youngster 2-0 in the final.

Slater won the highest break prize with 71 and he also made a break of 69.

Some tickets are available for the evening with Kyren Wilson at Jackson’s on Saturday, June 18.

Call 01664 500041 or email [email protected] for details.

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