Joshua Filler delivered a masterclass at the 2025 European Open Pool Championship, storming to victory with a commanding 13-1 triumph over Naoyuki Oi at Hotel Hills Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Final Result:
Joshua Filler 13-1 Naoyuki Oi
Naoyuki Oi claimed the opening rack, but his hopes of building an early lead were quickly dashed in the second. A costly scratch on an attempted jump shot handed control to Filler, who wasted no time in launching his charge.
In the sixth rack, Oi had a chance to turn the tide, skillfully escaping Filler’s hook on the 3-ball and potting it to regain control. However, his momentum was short-lived as a misjudged cut on the 6-ball proved costly, gifting Filler another opening. The German star wasted no time in clearing the table, stretching his lead to 5-1.
The seventh rack saw Filler accidentally hook himself, forcing a foul that offered Oi a lifeline. Yet, Oi’s struggles continued as he missed a routine 7-ball, allowing Filler to capitalise with a precise 7-9 carom, widening the gap even further.
Oi’s troubles mounted in the eighth rack when a failed jump shot on the 2-ball led to another foul. Filler, in ruthless ‘Killer’ fashion, wasted no time in sweeping up yet another rack.
With momentum firmly on his side, Filler was relentless, shutting down any chances for Oi to make a comeback. By the time the fourteenth and final rack arrived, the result was all but sealed. The German star delivered one last flawless clearance to complete an astonishing thirteen-rack run, claiming the European Open Pool Championship in emphatic style.
Filler’s dominant performance was not just a statement victory—it was a long-awaited redemption. After falling short in previous editions of the European Open, he finally captured the crown, adding yet another prestigious title to his already illustrious collection.
In partnership with the Ministry of Culture and Sports of Sarajevo Canton, the 2025 European Open Pool Championship exceeded expectations, delivering a thrilling week of Nineball action, electrifying atmosphere, and high-stakes drama as Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina played host to the prestigious event for the first time.
NEXT WORLD NINEBALL TOUR EVENT
Seattle Nineball Open will take place at Ox Billiards, Seattle, USA March 28-30, with a prize fund of $25,000.
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The next signature Matchroom multi-table open event will be the UK Open Pool Championship
in Telford, United Kingdom. The tournament takes place from May 6-11 at Telford International Centre.
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