Silvino Francisco

Silvino Francisco ( May 3, 1946) is a former South African professional snooker.

Life

Francisco moved in 1982 from South Africa to the UK to live there as a snooker professional. He had when he defeated at the British Open 1985 Kirk Stevens in the final with 12:9 His greatest success. In 1987, he reached his highest ranking position 10 in the world rankings. Because of a cannabis smuggling Francisco was sentenced to three years in prison in 1997.

Family

Silvino Francisco's brother Mannie was a finalist in the Amateur Championship in Snooker. His nephew Peter made ​​it to number 14 in the world rankings.

Tournament Win

• British Open 1985