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From 1940 to 1979

Following the conclusion of the Second World War, it was widely believed that the peak of professional snooker had been reached. However, the ambitions of “Mr. Snooker” (Joe Davis) led to the destruction of the achievements of the most accomplished snooker players in the world. Following Davis’s “rebellion” in the 1950s, many professionals chose to end their careers in order to avoid participating in acts that they considered to be shameful.

Nevertheless, amateur snooker continued to develop and gain global recognition. Tournaments were held in a number of locations including the UK, USA, India, South Africa, and European countries. Amateur associations entered into various forms of cooperation and collaboration with one another. The number of players participating grew exponentially, indicating the potential for a significant growth period in the near future.

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