Perrie Mans

Pierre "Perrie" Mans (born 14 October, 1940) is a retired professional snooker player from South Africa.

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14 October - 1940 - Snooker - South Africa

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Mans first won the South African professional championship in 1965, and went on to win it 19 times in total.

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His career peaked in 1978, when he reached the final of the world championships, losing 25-18 to Ray Reardon. He reached number two in the world rankings as a result.

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1978 - World championships - Ray Reardon

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A left-hander, Mans was particularly famous for his long pots, as well as his natty waistcoats.

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