Filipino Cue Artist Carlo Biado Reaches 8-Ball World Championship Final 16

Biado is the last remaining Filipino competitor in the prestigious tournament held in Rockford, Illinois.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 5:37pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting the dynamic movements and intense focus of a pool player, rendered in a vibrant color palette of blues, greens, and reds.A Filipino pool player's determined focus and dynamic movements are captured in a cubist-inspired illustration, reflecting the high-stakes competition of the 8-Ball World Championship.Rockford Today

Carlo Biado, a Filipino cue sports player, has advanced to the final 16 of the Men's World 8-Ball Championship being held at the Radisson Hotel & Conference Center in Rockford, Illinois. Biado is the last Filipino competitor left in the prestigious international tournament after his fellow countrymen were eliminated in earlier rounds.

Why it matters

The 8-Ball World Championship is one of the most prestigious events in professional pool, and Biado's deep run represents a significant achievement for Filipino cue sports. The Philippines has a rich history of producing world-class pool players, and Biado's success helps maintain the country's reputation as a global powerhouse in the sport.

The details

In the round of 32, Biado secured his spot in the final 16 of the tournament. Speaking about his accomplishment, Biado stated, "I'm the only Filipino left, as our other fellow Filipinos are already eliminated. Let's pray that we get this World 8-Pool title."

  • The 2026 Men's World 8-Ball Championship is currently underway at the Radisson Hotel & Conference Center in Rockford, Illinois.
  • Biado advanced to the final 16 of the tournament on April 7, 2026.

The players

Carlo Biado

A Filipino cue sports player who has advanced to the final 16 of the 2026 Men's World 8-Ball Championship.

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What they’re saying

“I'm the only Filipino left, as our other fellow Filipinos are already eliminated. Let's pray that we get this World 8-Pool title.”

— Carlo Biado, Filipino Cue Sports Player

What’s next

Biado will compete in the final 16 of the 8-Ball World Championship, with the winner of the tournament to be determined in the coming days.

The takeaway

Biado's success in the 8-Ball World Championship highlights the continued dominance of Filipino cue sports players on the global stage, and his run to the final 16 will be closely watched by pool fans around the world.