Mosconi Cup
Recap
Published April 13, 2026
Team Europe defeated Team USA 16-15 in the second Mosconi Cup at Festival Hall in Basildon, England. The one-point margin marked the beginning of Europe’s successful period in the tournament.
Europe’s roster included snooker champion Steve Davis, who won his opening matches 2-0 against Mike Massey. Alex Higgins, known as the Hurricane, competed alongside rising English players Daryl Peach and Lee Kendall. Germany’s Oliver Ortmann and Sweden’s Tom Storm rounded out the European team, with Ortmann defeating Mike Gulyassy 2-0.
Team USA fielded Lou Butera, Mike Massey, and Bobby Hunter, among others. John DiToro won 2-0 against Jimmy White in one of the American team’s victories, but the team could not overcome Europe’s overall performance.
The tournament helped establish the Mosconi Cup as a major competition. The participation of snooker players like Davis, Higgins, and Jimmy White brought attention to 9-ball pool in Europe. The close final score reflected the competitive level of play from both continents.
Europe’s victory began a period of dominance in the early Mosconi Cup competitions. The tournament attracted top players from both continents, and the competitive environment at Festival Hall solidified its status as pool’s premier team event, setting the stage for ongoing Europe-USA matchups.
Sources: 1995 Mosconi Cup – Wikipedia
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