Stratford Professional

The Stratford Professional was a non-ranking snooker tournament staged on three occasions from 1970–1972.

Stratford Professional
Tournament information
LocationStratford-upon-Avon
CountryEngland
Established1970
FormatNon-ranking event
Final year1972
Final championNorthern Ireland Alex Higgins

The first tournament, played on 4 September 1970, was won by Gary Owen, who defeated Ray Reardon 6–4. Owen top scored with a break of 66 while Reardon had a high break of 54.[1] The following year featured two different finalists, with John Spencer defeating David Taylor 5–2 at Wilmcote Men's Club. Spencer also had the highest break of the match with 91.[2] The third edition took place the following year at Wootton Wawen Social Club, with Spencer attempting to defend his title against Alex Higgins. Although Spencer made the highest break of 77, Higgins won 6–3.[3]

Winners

[1][2][3]

Year Winner Runner-up Final score Season
1970 Wales Gary Owen Wales Ray Reardon 6–4 1970/71
1971 England John Spencer England David Taylor 5–2 1971/72
1972 Northern Ireland Alex Higgins England John Spencer 6–3 1972/73

References
  1. "Owen defeats title holder". Sport Argus. 5 September 1970. p. 11.
  2. "Snooker champion in top form". Coventry Evening Telegraph. 21 September 1971. p. 32.
  3. ""Hurricane" again beats Spencer". Coventry Evening Telegraph. 9 September 1972. p. 14.
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