Steve Davis

About

Steve Davis is a renowned English professional snooker player, born on August 22, 1957, in Plumstead, London. He was introduced to snooker by his father at the age of 12 and began practicing at the Lucania Snooker Club in Romford. Davis turned professional in 1978 and quickly rose to prominence with his technical brilliance and calm demeanor. His breakthrough came in 1980 with a significant win at the UK Championship, followed by his first World Championship title in 1981. Davis dominated the 1980s, winning six World Championships and establishing himself as the sport's preeminent player. He also won six UK Championships and three Masters titles. Known for his tactical acumen and ability to handle pressure, Davis is one of the greatest players in snooker history. He made the first officially recognized televised maximum break in 1982 and amassed 355 century breaks throughout his career. Davis was ranked as the world's number one player for seven consecutive seasons from 1983 to 1990.