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position. Davis's books on technique were highly regarded in snooker circles, but Callan had discussed snooker techniques with him on a number of occasions, and come to believe that Davis's style of play, which was partly due to a weak left eye, would not work for all players. Callan also advocated using a long backswing when using a cue, with a pause before striking the ball during which the player should focus on the
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to become the only player apart from Steve Davis to win successive
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