Carlo Biado defeats Paolo Gallito, 10-9, in a hill-hill thriller to claim the 2026 Indonesia International Open title and the $25,000 top prize. Gallito was on the hill at 9-8 and looked set to close it out, but a scratch after pocketing the 8 ball — with only the 10 ball remaining — gave Biado a lifeline. And a player of Biado’s caliber rarely gives … Continue reading Carlo Biado Takes Indonesia International Open 2026 Title
𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐨 𝐁𝐢𝐚𝐝𝐨 𝐯𝐬 𝐉𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐲 The heavyweight matchup unfortunately has to happen as early as the quarterfinals. Magpantay is coming off a championship win at the Universal Open, where Biado made an early exit. Magpantay will look to continue his momentum, while Biado will be aiming for a stronger finish and a confidence boost heading into the upcoming Asian Pool Championship, where he is the … Continue reading Indonesia International Open 2026 – Quarterfinals Preview
Philippine billiards has officially entered a new chapter with the formation of the National League for Billiard Sports of the Philippines, or NLBSPh, the country’s newly recognized National Sports Association for billiards. The new body replaces the Billiards Sports Congress of the Philippines, or BSCP, after a turbulent period for the sport’s national leadership. The BSCP was suspended by the Asian Confederation of Billiard Sports … Continue reading A New National Body for Philippine Billiards
Carlo Biado heads to the 2026 Yalin WPA Men’s 8-Ball World Championship in St. Louis aiming to capture the only major world title missing from his résumé. Continue reading Carlo Biado Eyes His First World 8 Ball Crown in St Louis
Carlo Biado claimed the 2026 US Open 1-Pocket Championship after defeating fellow Filipino Roland Garcia 5–1 in an all-Filipino final following a grueling day that included nearly five hours in the hot seat semifinal. Continue reading Carlo Biado Wins 2026 US Open 1-Pocket Championship
Team Philippines staged a stunning comeback to defeat Poland 3–2 in a dramatic final and claim the 2026 World Teams 10-Ball Championship. After falling behind two sets to none, the Filipinos rallied behind clutch performances from Carlo Biado, Jefrey Roda, and Chezka Centeno to secure their second world teams title and the $120,000 top prize. Continue reading Philippines Wins the World 10 Ball Championship
Get the latest updates from the Las Vegas Open 2026! Chezka Centeno secures a strong opening win, while eight Filipino pool stars—including Carlo Biado and Lee Van Corteza—battle for their spots in the Last 32. Continue reading Team Philippines Update: Las Vegas Men’s and Women’s Open 2026
Carlo Biado claimed the Asian Men’s 10-Ball Championship title with a dominant 11–7 performance against Robbie Capito. Biado was in strong form throughout the event, showing the level that earned him the 2025 World Pool title. Capito also put together an impressive tournament, but a few errors and a dry break allowed Biado to create separation in the match. Biado pockets USD 12,000 for his … Continue reading Biado Delivers in Jakarta, Wins Asian 10 Ball Title
Carlo “The Black Tiger” Biado delivered one of the most honest and heartfelt speeches ever heard at the BCA Hall of Fame Banquet, reflecting on his journey from childhood hardship to becoming a world champion. The room was filled with legends, fans, and industry leaders, all witnessing a moment that perfectly captured Biado’s humility, humor, and resilience. It was a night people will be talking … Continue reading Carlo Biado Hall of Fame Speech
The Billiard Congress of America (BCA) has announced that four-time world champion Carlo Biado of the Philippines will be inducted into the BCA Hall of Fame. The 41-year-old, who recently captured the 2025 World Pool Championship in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, becomes the sixth Philippines-born player to receive the honor, joining Efren Reyes (2003), Francisco Bustamante (2010), Jose Parica (2014), Alex Pagulayan (2019) and Dennis Orcollo … Continue reading Carlo Biado Elected to BCA Hall of Fame
