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Poster Print : Alex Higgins, 1986 Embassy World Snooker Championship
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Alex Higgins, 1986 Embassy World Snooker Championship
Alex Higgins - Second Round of the Embassy World Snooker Championship, 1986.
Alex Higgins (N.Ireland) vs Terry Griffiths (Wales)
Higgins lost the match 13-12
Credit: Colorsport
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Media ID 5075044
© Colorsport
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring the iconic image of snooker legend Alex Higgins from the 1986 Embassy World Snooker Championship. Captured by renowned sports photographer Stewart Fraser of Colorsport Images, this stunning black and white photograph showcases Higgins in action during his second round match against Terry Griffiths. Relive the excitement of this legendary moment in snooker history with this high-quality, authentic poster print. Perfect for any snooker enthusiast or sports memorabilia collector. Order yours today and bring the thrill of the game into your home or office.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print from the 1986 Embassy World Snooker Championship, we witness a moment of intense competition between two legendary players. Alex Higgins, representing Northern Ireland, faces off against Terry Griffiths from Wales in the second round of the championship. The atmosphere is electric as these skilled cue masters showcase their talent and determination on the green baize. Despite his undeniable prowess and charisma, Higgins unfortunately falls short in this nail-biting match, losing by a mere one frame with a final score of 13-12 to Griffiths. This heart-wrenching defeat only serves to highlight the immense pressure and unpredictability that comes with professional snooker tournaments. The photograph itself captures an array of emotions etched across both players' faces - Higgins displaying a mix of frustration and disappointment while Griffiths exudes relief coupled with satisfaction for emerging victorious. Their body language speaks volumes about their dedication to the sport and their unwavering desire to triumph over their opponents. Preserved through time by Stewart Fraser's expert lensmanship, this image transports us back to an era when snooker was at its zenith - attracting fervent fans worldwide who eagerly followed every twist and turn in these high-stakes matches. It serves as a testament not only to the skillful artistry displayed on that fateful day but also pays homage to two remarkable individuals who left an indelible mark on snooker history.
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