Unlike most billiard games, pool is a very contested sport. It is popular throughout the world. There are many variations of the game in the USA. However, the most popular versions are the eight ball and nine ball pool. Pool matches are often played over multiple games. After a certain number frames, the winner is declared. The winner typically gets 61 points. You can agree on handicaps for winning numbers that are different.
The primary objective of the game is for all balls to be pounded to be potted. Each ball that is pocketed counts as one point. Any additional balls are worth one point. Usually, a player wins if they pocket the eight ball first. If a player does not pocket the eight ball, they lose the game. The eight ball must be pocketed during fouls. Any other balls not pocketed during fouls will be spotted and pocketed. But, the foul is not counted towards the points. Players who have committed two fouls are subject to being told before they are allowed to play their next shot.
There are three types of balls: solid, striped, and object. These balls are usually smaller than American-style balls and come in a range of colors, including dark violets for the four and twelve balls. The object balls used to be all-red in the past. However, they are often multi-colored these days. They can also be made from fibreglass, carbon fibre, wood and other materials. The most popular ball diameters are 2+1/16 inches, 2 inches, or 3 inches.
The object of the game is to pocket the black eight ball. To do so, the player must pocket all the balls that are assigned to be pounded, but he must make sure that all the balls that are pocketed are spotted and placed in direct lines to the foot rail. The eight balls are placed back on to the table. After that, the player who has the eight ball can decide if he wants it to end or continue.
If a player is able to pocket a ball, they can place it in the closest spot to the foot spot and call the shot. The foul must be committed within the time frame of the shot. Any other balls must be placed directly in front of the foot spot. While the foul will not be counted towards the points, the player will get a free shot. This shot can also be played with any other ball.
When a player hits a shot they must put the ball in their own bag. The ball in the front row, and the ball in the center of the table, are the balls that must be hit first. However, if the foul is committed before the ball is pocketed it must be pocketed again. A player can also pocket other balls.