How tough to be the absolute best? This 9 ball match I just watched it a good illustration. No need to watch it all, just a few racks. 9' table with tight 4.25" pockets. Vilmos, the winner, missed maybe 3 times in 11 racks.
Then consider this...in the top 100 ranked players world wide, he is ranked 80th...
Oscar, his opponent isn't listed in the top 100..but is a very skilled player, winning 8 games in this race to 11.
Yes, Shane has beaten both of these guys...
Also wish I had $5 for every time Jimmy "Pretty boy Floyd" Mataya said "unbelievable" in the commentator's booth.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTwY0uaMDRc