Tony Jones (snooker player)

Tony Jones
Born (1960-04-15) 15 April 1960
Sport country  England
Professional 1983–2004
Highest ranking 15 (1991/1992)
Career winnings £349,975[1]
Highest break 135 (1992 Dubai Classic qualifying)
Century breaks 34
Tournament wins
Ranking 1

Tony Jones (born 15 April 1960) is an English former professional snooker player.

Career

In 1983, Jones became the English Amateur Champion, beating John Parrott 13–9. He was also a World Championship doubles finalist (with partner Ray Reardon) in 1985.

Jones was the surprise winner of the 1991 European Open when, ranked no. 35 in the world, he beat Mark Johnston-Allen 9–7. He reached no. 15 in the 1991/1992 rankings as a result, but dropped out of the top sixteen the following season.

Career finals

Ranking event finals: 1 (1 title)

Outcome Year Championship Opponent in the final Score
Winner 1991 1991 European Open England Mark Johnston-Allen 9–7

Amateur finals: 1 (1 title)

Outcome Year Championship Opponent in the final Score
Winner 1983 1983 English Amateur Championship England John Parrott 13–9

References

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