Format
Format:
32 x 2-man national teams, scotch doubles format, lag to decide who goes first and winner breaks.
First and Seconds Rounds: races to 8; Quarters and Semi-Finals: Races to 9; The Final: Race to 11.
Shot Clock:
There will be a 40 second shot clock in force throughout the tournament.
There will be a 10 second warning issued to the player at the table when 30 seconds have elapsed.
Each team is allowed one 40 second extension per rack. They must signal this to the referee by clearly saying 'Extension'. The onus is on the player to make himself loud and clear.
The referee will then repeat 'extension' to confirm that they have heard it. The player may call 'extension' at any time during the 40 seconds - the additional 40 seconds will not start until the initial 40 seconds has elapsed.
Ball cleaning, the use of a rest / mechanical bridge, or any other regular interventions by the referee will be included in the 40 second period.
Picture caption:
Italy's Fabio Petroni has to rush during the 2006 World Cup of Pool as time is running out.
