Jimmy White quizzed for money laundering by cops
August 18, 2009
Jimmy White one of the most popular snooker players of his generation has been interviewed by poilice investigating a money laundering ring that is apparently worth millions of pounds.
Senior offices in the crimesquad have been questioning Jimmy White about his part in the money laundering investigation. Jimmy has apparently volunteered to provide a witness statement and has not been charged with any offence by the police.
The police in the West Midlands have stated that they cannot provide any more details. The investigation is said to have centered around the city of Birmingham. Jimmy last night had no further comment to make regarding the situation.
Jimmy White nicknamed the ‘whirlwind’ has won around 10 ranking tournaments, but has been beaten an amazing 6 times in the Snooker World Championships.
Snooker star Katie ‘Hooray’ Henrick launches pool career
August 2, 2009
KENT snooker star Katie Henrick is set to take the plunge on the pool circuit. The 29-year-old from Bickley has signed a sponsorship deal with 180poker.com to compete on the 8-Ball Super Tour.
However, Henrick insists she is not turned her back on snooker. “This doesn’t mean I’m giving up,” said the world number four “I still want to continue playing and improving my game”.
“The decision to play pool was mainly to have a change and a different challenge. I’m a competitive person so of course I want to win as much as I can. If I find I enjoy it then maybe it will be a long term career.But at the moment I want to enjoy the challenge and see how things go. I know it’s not going to be easy. There will be different tactics involved and a few rules to learn on the way as well.”
180poker.com was set up by McDonnell Racing, which has shops in Grove Park, Deptford and Plumstead.
“I’m very grateful for their support,” added Henrick. “I might even learn poker!”
A keen Arsenal fan, Henrick, who has a top break of 101, is resident snooker professional at the exclusive Royal Automobile Club in Pall Mall.
In 2007 she was dubbed ‘Hooray’ Henrick after claiming the East Anglian Championship, her first World Ladies Billiards & Snooker Association title.
This weekend (August 1-2), Henrick heads to Keynsham, near Bristol, for event one on the 8-Ball Super Tour. Depending on her success, she may join the English Pool Association’s ladies tour next March.
