India, Oct. 23 -- The 41-year-old was the only Indian in the last-four stage and eventually came out on top

Legendary cueist Pankaj Advani proved he remains a formidable force on the circuit, pocketing a staggering 29th career world title by winning the WBL World Billiards Championship.

The 41-year-old was the only Indian in the last-four stage and eventually came out on top.

The final, played over a gruelling five-hour period, held great significance for both Advani and his rival, Rob Hall of England.

Hall had reached the World Billiards Championship final five times before this, but never crossed the finish line. For Advani, it was about extending his unparalleled record of world titles in cue sports.

The summit match began with Ad...