NATUMBOK ni Filipino billiards player Jefrey “Deathstroke” Roda ang kampeonato sa 3rd Universal Chinese Taipei Open sa Taipei, Taiwan noong Miyerkoles ng gabi.
Sa finals ay nalamangan si Roda ni Taiwan’s Ko Pin Yi, 11-8, bago humabol at pataubin ang kanyang katunggali, 13-11.
Naiuwi ng Pinoy ang premyong US$20,000, habang naisubi ni Ko ang $10,000 para sa kanyang runner-up finish.
“Champion at the 3rd Universal Chinese Taipei Open! Words cannot express the overwhelming joy and gratitude I feel at this moment. For years, I have dreamed of becoming a champion, and through relentless effort, unwavering dedication, and countless sacrifices, that dream has finally come true. The journey was never easy—it was filled with challenges, setbacks, and moments of doubt—but I always believed that with perseverance, faith, and hard work, this day would come,” pahayag ni Roda sa isang post sa Facebook. Pinasalamatan din niya ang kanyang mga coach, pamilya, kaibigan, fans, at sponsors.
“This triumph is more than just a personal milestone—it’s a testament that dreams do come true if you’re willing to work hard, stay committed, and never lose faith. Thank you all for being part of this incredible journey. This is only the beginning, and I am more inspired than ever to keep striving for greatness! The long wait was indeed worth it!” dagdag pa niya.
Tinalo ni Roda si fellow Filipino Johann “Badkoi” Chua, 11-3, sa quarterfinals at ginapi si two-time world champion Francisco Sanchez Ruiz ng Spain, 11-2, sa semifinals.