Cliff Thorburn - Player Profile, Career Summary, Stats
The player profile of Cliff Thorburn - one of the first players from outside the UK and Ireland to infiltrate the higher ranks of the sport.
snookerhq.comI don’t have live access to up-to-the-minute news in this moment, but I can share what’s known about Cliff Thorburn and point you to reliable sources for the latest updates.
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Cliff Thorburn is a Canadian snooker legend, famously known as “The Grinder.” He won the World Championship in 1980 and has been a prominent figure in the sport since the 1980s. For a quick bio and career highlights, you can check dedicated player profiles like SnookerHQ’s profile and other reputable sports outlets.[1]
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In recent years, Thorburn has largely focused on exhibitions, coaching, and charity events rather than competing full-time on the professional circuit. Sources from boxing-style or snooker-focused outlets have documented his post-competitive activities, including coaching and public appearances.[2][4]
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If you’re looking for the very latest news, I’d recommend checking:
- Snooker-specific news sites and archives (e.g., World Snooker, Eurosport snooker sections)
- Canadian snooker or billiards associations for any national-level news or appearances
- Reputable video outlets or press releases featuring Cliff Thorburn’s current activities
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