Know better... Flávio Fonseca

In our aim to reach more most corners of the world, we have expanded our interviews section pool players. For this reason, today we have the opportunity to learn in more depth to the Portuguese player, Flávio Fonseca.

How long does your love for the pool?

For about a year and a half

What are you most passionate about this sport?

I really like that there is no age limit. I also find it quite attractive the psychological aspect that makes you think long and the ability to use strategies

What are the modalities you practice?

8 ball, 9 ball and Portuguese pool

What cue brand you usually play? Would you like change to another?

Exclusively with Predator. I am very happy and would not change it for another

How often do you play each week? Do you think it is enough to improve your game?

Play every day and train a minimum of three hours. In addition I also play games with my friends

What club you play normally? Do you think it is well conditioned for playing pool?

I usually play in the club "Violet Coffee." Sometimes I also play in the club "Carambola"

What do you think should make pool clubs to attract more players?

I think the clubs should offer more chances to players. It would be nice to have more clubs and schools where they could learn more

What has been your best game or tournament?

I've recently started competing in tournaments, but I have a good memory of a semifinal in a tournament at my university

Have you always had confidence in your game or, on the contrary, you have come moments of doubt?

It is very important to have confidence in the game you do, because without this is very difficult to play well. I always want to learn more, and accept all opinions and reviews to help me improve

Have you had the opportunity to compete outside of Spain?

Not yet, but I train hard to get. My aim is to play pool outside my country

What is the player that you look to try to improve your game?

My favorite players are Efren Reyes and Bustamante. There are other players who follow closely as João Grilo, Henrique Correia, Frederick and Edgar

Tell us a story that has happened playing pool

Because of the great things that have happened have been playing 8-Ball. In a game, breaking got put 6 balls. There was only one ball and black to win

How do you see the health of the sport in Portugal now?

In Portugal invests little in this sport. There should be more schools to train the players, because in Portugal we have good players but no specific training

What would you say to young people that was encouraged to practice?

I further ado, I help the players. I try to teach my passion for pool and what I know to them with love and show interest

Is there anything you would like to add ..

Well, I think Poolmania should organize a tournament and try to gather all the players who are part of your project. In this way we know and learn from them.

Thank you very much Flávio for taking the time to do this interview. Ahh! And we note the last thing he says.