Wales’ Mark Williams faces WPBSA disciplinary action for using offensive language on Twitter
In the past months, many potters have spoken inappropriate words against the initiatives taken by the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA). Several big names like Ronnie O’Sullivan, Mark Allen and John Higgins have criticised the
actions that Barry Hearn has taken since the day he was appointed as Chairman.
During the 2011 UK Championship at the York Barbican Centre, the snooker world saw a verbal brawl between Hearn and Allen until the end of the tournament, which alerted the snooker governing body to take necessary measures and put a stop to this misbehaviour.
Allen was charged for speaking ill words against the Chairman of World Snooker.
Wales’ Mark Williams also joined the club and used offensive language on his Twitter account despite the warning given by WPBSA Chairman, Jason Ferguson.
Ferguson warned in a letter, “Members do need to remember that they are at all times ambassadors for the sport - and such have an obligation to maintain its profile and image within the public eye when using this media.”
He added, “Therefore we would ask all members when posting such messages or comments to first consider whether that message might be deemed to be offensive to others and to take into account that the content may also be viewed by young fans and children.”
The disciplinary committee of WPBSA took notice of the offensive language that the Welsh Potting Machine used on Twitter and now he will be facing a trial before the disciplinary committee. He might be fined due to the offensive language used.
The two-time World Snooker Champion has told his followers on Twitter that he will tell them about the proceedings of disciplinary process. He also stated that he will swear not to write an offensive word again on Twitter because everyone can read it including
children.
The 36-year-old cueman will now be heading to Alexandra Palace, in London, to take part in the 2012 Masters tournament. In the initial round of the event, he will be facing Scotland’s Stephen Maguire. Like many other players, Williams also has big hopes
for the event and believes he can make a difference at the baize this time.
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