Jana excites 3-cushion fans with first-ever Million Dollar Billiard

A member of the audience at the Sang Lee International Open stepped up and took a shot at the Million Dollar Billiard, the 3-cushion opening break-shot for $1,000,000, presented by Jana Water. The landmark shot was taken on the stunning Elitte Professional "Spider" table - the official table sponsor of the tournament - presented by Billiard Project, Mexico.

Above pic: The winning ticket is drawn in front of an anticipating audience.

There was a lot of suspense and pressure for the contestant, Paul Rubino, as he tried to remain calm amidst the spotlights, cameras and numerous excited spectators focused on him. His objective was to duplicate for $1,000,000 the resting positions of the 3 carom balls of the breakshot that had just been scored by champion player Torbjorn Blomdahl and then carefully marked. Competition Sports presented an exact replica of Willie Hoppe's billiard cue for the contestant to use and the crowd held their breath as he attempted the shot of his life.

Tournament winner, Torbjorn Blomdahl , takes the set up breakshot.

Paul Frankel (Professor Q-ball) and his assitant Hector Ruiz uses special laser-equipment to mark the exact final resting position of the 3 balls with Jana targets once Mr. Blomdahl completes the shot.

Television's ABC sports personality, Charlie Ursitti prepares contestant, Paul Rubino, for his $1,000,000 attempt in front of the cameras.