As Neil rightfully demonstrates, winning these challenges against Stephen by not just outplaying but maybe even more so, by outtalking Stephen. 😂 if you *are* the one talking all the time no one can distract you by talking too much😂😂
Neil is one of my favorite players. Hes just been having an off time right now and it happens. He will pull out of it. He has a lot of years left in this game. Great video as usual stephen. Im one of the rare snooker players from the u.s. lol. Not sure why its not popular here. I wish it was.
Robertson is the best potter when he's on like this. Great episode he's one of my favorites to watch, so strong and smooth stroke. More world titles for Robertson coming for sure.
I've been watching your channel for over a year now, and I have to say what great entertainment it is. Never yet seen a dull video, and learned a few things to take to my own game also.
Well played Neil, agree with others I'm amazed he hasn't had more world titles. Fantastic pool player too, which may just have helped him with a couple of these challenges, by seeing patterns more easily. That, coupled with his cue action and technique, one of the best out there. Hope he gets on well this year. Brilliant stuff on this channel, Stephen, keep up the great work.
I love Neil Robertson man, he's such a chill chatty guy, and an immense snooker player. My favourite player on the tour, great to see him on the Cue Tips channel again!
and Hendry two separate times brings up that he has to qualify for the Crucible in the middle of Neil's attempts in the first two challenges - and he crushes both still!
12:42 well that sounded a little more colourful than I'm used to on this channel xD these battles are sweet as. great banter, insight and plenty of wonderful snooker
The major tv networks are missing a trick here....Mr Hendry presnting a new style big break game show, with his routines and Tough table challenge would be awesome
Yeah, plus seeing snooker players far more relaxed lets us see the "characters" more. Can only help drive engagement in the tournaments, which will be desperately needed when Ronnie gives it up.
@@entrace1I agree, why commercialise it when Hendry has full creative control right now. Love the channel. Dont move to tv, which means a Sky subscription and 1000 ads. Ta x
Eh, it’s probably gaining more viewers online, younger people all stream stuff rather than watch live tv now. This is keeping snooker more modern. Would be nice if this channel/type of content was shouted out during some of the tv tournaments though.
And thank you Steven for doing this whole CueTips thing. It's legendary work in my eyes! Which is rather fitting seems you are a living legend of the sport yourself mate! 😇
Great video, some interesting chat too. I love Neil, not only a great snooker player, but says it how it is. He will be back winning again soon I am sure, and maybe qualifying for the worlds could do him some good (thinking of Ding, he had to qualify one year, then got to the final!).
absolutely brilliant episode Stephen, Neil is a class act and it's hard to believe he's only won one world title, wish him well for the rest of the season
In terms of talking, being humble, and having a good laugh, Neil is just simply one of the best guys on tour! It‘s unfortunate that his game sometimes isn‘t as exciting, especially when he prolongs his shot time but he‘s an amazing character for the game!
What a great player, Neil is and yet so few titles. It just shows you how small the margins are between success and failure are when you play at their level.
Neil comes across as such a great guy. Think he will have a great career if he wants in the media. As well as making the game look so easy! Just from watching this video I’ll be cheering him on to do well in the 2024 season.
I always love the fact that we still get to see vintage "king of the crucible" Stephen for 5-6 shots in every one of these... Neil is such a talent, you almost wonder how things are not going for him this year..like how?
You know what, I love his self confidence! Some people might see it as arrogance or being big headed but he knows his ability he knows how good he is! Fair play 👏
Neil is cueing beautifully he always has had a reference cueing technique to learn from. He looks amazing I think he's going to be competitive this year.
Yoy talking about the future of snooker reminded me of how we saw three snooker halls close here in Adelaide soon after Neil won his first world championship. All cue sports need better marketing here in Australia. Great video guys. Thank you
I think people dont understand properly how this channel and Mr Hendry effort worth! This is an absolute point of view and thinking of two best player in the field of snooker ( sport ). 🔆 specially for a person like me, in a country with lack of snooker learning opportunities. With kind attitude, without any arrogance! Tnx for your contrbution to the world of snooker Mr Hendry 🙏
Anyone else noticed that in the rolit second before he hits a shot in a challenge, Stephen's eyes have that same look we saw when he was still dominating? Stephen was such an incredible weapon.
What about this idea. The letter in the first challenge (currently S) should change depending on who wins it. So it should now be changed to N then other players can battle to try and change the letter. it could be tricky with some letters but would be fun.
I always wanted to practice where you place a napkin or some sort of marker where you plan for your cue ball to end up at after your shot as to proof it was not accidental for your next layup shot.
I was lucky to have meet Neil at a tournament..a helt the door open for him and said hello to him..he then started a conversation with me..honestly he was such a nice guy really down to earth..but what a player also..he can be unplayable on his day..
What I love about Steven Hendry is when he said I won’t be able to sleep tonight after a bad shot am the same but just show’s how much he loves the game Played him once and he is a genuine person not like O’Sullivan
I remember playing cricket on the snooker table, one person has to pot reds only, the other person posts colours in order, the colours keep coming back out until all the reds are potted.. great fun with doubles or group ..
There is a good load of young players from the uk i used to play a lot as a kid i got a break of 68 when i was 13 but chose another path i seen a lad in the local snooker club last week must of been no older then 9 and made me look silly i was happy for hom 👌👌
Don't forget the century of centuries in one season, awesome talent. I don't mind Judd, but was really disappointed he didn't shake Neil's hand when the hundredth century went in.
Seems a cracking bloke Neil, and in terms of talent, he has to be one of the best potters of all time. I have a theory about left handers that if they are good and strongly left dominant, they generally master things to a higher degree than right biased (maradona, messi in football, niel, mark williams, trump in snooker etc etc).
Neils action is so smooth its unreal. seems to just need someone in his corner that he has some respect for giving him positive reinforcement and he will smash every season
Love how when the Cue Tips logo fades in at the end you're just waiting for a classic Hendry miss to see out the video
Should fade out to STEPHEN LEE
how neil robertson has only won one world title with his talent is crazy, here's to next season him regaining his form too
He's just too dumb.
All good having talent but snooker has a massive psychological factor.
@@aaronmunden3069But Neil is seriously uneducated and stoopid.
As Neil rightfully demonstrates, winning these challenges against Stephen by not just outplaying but maybe even more so, by outtalking Stephen. 😂 if you *are* the one talking all the time no one can distract you by talking too much😂😂
@@aaronmunden3069which is clearly not an issue with Neil, as he has won 6 majors. He should have won more though for sure.
Neil absolutely smashed that competition, 100% record 💪🏼
19:32 favorite moment of the series so far :)) it means so much to him :)) i love it. such an unreal winner
Great episode lads. Neil Robertson is such a cool lovely guy. It's great to see the people behind the cue. What a player he is 👏
Neil is one of my favorite players. Hes just been having an off time right now and it happens. He will pull out of it. He has a lot of years left in this game. Great video as usual stephen. Im one of the rare snooker players from the u.s. lol. Not sure why its not popular here. I wish it was.
I was just enjoying Neil's technique there. His cueing is sooooo smooth and straight, making almost every shot so easy.
He is the athletic STEPHEN LEE
@@PlayMoreGolf-RipOff...might have been nice to add another difference there. ;)
@@har234908234 the salad eating version of STEPHEN LEE?
@@har234908234 he is the salad eating version of STEPHEN LEE
@@PlayMoreGolf-RipOffyoure obsessed
Really enjoyed the conversation throughout this.
Yes, they are nice guys - till you play them!
One of the best episodes yet!
Still lacks STEPHEN LEE
Or DING DONG MACADANGDANG
Robertson is the best potter when he's on like this. Great episode he's one of my favorites to watch, so strong and smooth stroke. More world titles for Robertson coming for sure.
Stephen is always a great host, when he misses, he cracks me up, such a brilliant snooker player in the 90's, fantastic program, always evolving.
I've been watching your channel for over a year now, and I have to say what great entertainment it is. Never yet seen a dull video, and learned a few things to take to my own game also.
got to get ding on one of these stephen
How's Ding's english nowadays?
@@Bobba8590Awful
@@Bobba8590 pretty good after 10 years working in a Chinese restaurant
😊😊
@@PlayMoreGolf-RipOff😂😂
Well played Neil, agree with others I'm amazed he hasn't had more world titles. Fantastic pool player too, which may just have helped him with a couple of these challenges, by seeing patterns more easily. That, coupled with his cue action and technique, one of the best out there. Hope he gets on well this year. Brilliant stuff on this channel, Stephen, keep up the great work.
I love Neil Robertson man, he's such a chill chatty guy, and an immense snooker player. My favourite player on the tour, great to see him on the Cue Tips channel again!
5:16 The dude just casually poking THE Neil Robertson in the butt with his cue! Savage!
what a guy Neil is - loved watching him play over the years - hopefully he gets back to his best soon
Great series and episode. Neil is such a lovely character, hope he finds his form and back to winning again
Neil is such a good lad! hopefully he will be back on his game soon
I hope he gets that BIG win. He seems like a really good guy, and his technique is brilliant to watch
This just shows how good Neil is when he just keeps it simple and tries to pot everything he sees
and Hendry two separate times brings up that he has to qualify for the Crucible in the middle of Neil's attempts in the first two challenges - and he crushes both still!
12:42 well that sounded a little more colourful than I'm used to on this channel xD
these battles are sweet as. great banter, insight and plenty of wonderful snooker
Stephen, for everyone on UA-cam, thanks for making these videos ❤
Robertson seems like a proper top guy
The major tv networks are missing a trick here....Mr Hendry presnting a new style big break game show, with his routines and Tough table challenge would be awesome
Yeah, plus seeing snooker players far more relaxed lets us see the "characters" more. Can only help drive engagement in the tournaments, which will be desperately needed when Ronnie gives it up.
Major networks would find a way to ruin this. Im so glad Hendry does this!
@@entrace1I agree, why commercialise it when Hendry has full creative control right now. Love the channel. Dont move to tv, which means a Sky subscription and 1000 ads. Ta x
Eh, it’s probably gaining more viewers online, younger people all stream stuff rather than watch live tv now. This is keeping snooker more modern. Would be nice if this channel/type of content was shouted out during some of the tv tournaments though.
Stephen is definitely getting better with these challenges to his game. Keep at it fella.
Really enjoyed that, great stuff lads.
And thank you Steven for doing this whole CueTips thing. It's legendary work in my eyes! Which is rather fitting seems you are a living legend of the sport yourself mate! 😇
Great video, some interesting chat too. I love Neil, not only a great snooker player, but says it how it is. He will be back winning again soon I am sure, and maybe qualifying for the worlds could do him some good (thinking of Ding, he had to qualify one year, then got to the final!).
It's hard not to like Neil as a snooker personality. Such a down to earth bloke and extremely knowledgeable when it comes to other players. Top geezer
It’s really easy not to like him actually. He’s a bit full of himself
@@kinnoinen Every professional athlete is it least a bit full of themselves, it's part of their competitive nature
Thinking Neil has to qualify for world championship this year is absolutely crazy😅
Really hope Neil gets back in the winners circle soon. He plays the game how you want it to be played. Top man
absolutely brilliant episode Stephen, Neil is a class act and it's hard to believe he's only won one world title, wish him well for the rest of the season
In terms of talking, being humble, and having a good laugh, Neil is just simply one of the best guys on tour! It‘s unfortunate that his game sometimes isn‘t as exciting, especially when he prolongs his shot time but he‘s an amazing character for the game!
Stephen Hendry. The Alan Partridge of snooker 🏆
David brent*
Oh you're 'ard, cus of the **points at camera**
What a great player, Neil is and yet so few titles. It just shows you how small the margins are between success and failure are when you play at their level.
if neil can have a chill vibe in the competition he will be potting everything he can
Neil comes across as such a great guy. Think he will have a great career if he wants in the media. As well as making the game look so easy! Just from watching this video I’ll be cheering him on to do well in the 2024 season.
I will say this now - no-one else will come close to matching Neil Robertson's performance there. Phenomenal
Bloody loved that, thanks Stephen!
Robbo should just chat to the crowd at the Crucible. Chatted to Stephen all the time here & potted everything :)
That was great!
Neil Robertson is a beast of this game. Hope he find winning form again soon...
Great lads Neil & Stephen
Neil's cue action is sooooo good. Such a nice chap, too.
Fabulous watch, thank you 😊
Neil didn't miss a ball, incredible talent! Wish him all the best this season :)
Best cue action the game has seen, incredible player! The snooker game needs a strong Neil Robertson.
Brilliant episode, Neil really showed his personality here. Played awesome and was an awesome guess.
If you wanna know how to deliver a cue on a shot! watch this shot Neil plays on the black...24:58 Steady as a Rock! Straight as an Arrow!
I always love the fact that we still get to see vintage "king of the crucible" Stephen for 5-6 shots in every one of these... Neil is such a talent, you almost wonder how things are not going for him this year..like how?
You know what, I love his self confidence! Some people might see it as arrogance or being big headed but he knows his ability he knows how good he is! Fair play 👏
Great to meet you in Marks club, would love to see you with some of the old legend's and characters, Reardon, Griffiths, Dale etc :)
Neil is such a likeable person and also has a crazy talent
Neil is cueing beautifully he always has had a reference cueing technique to learn from. He looks amazing I think he's going to be competitive this year.
Yoy talking about the future of snooker reminded me of how we saw three snooker halls close here in Adelaide soon after Neil won his first world championship. All cue sports need better marketing here in Australia. Great video guys. Thank you
I think people dont understand properly how this channel and Mr Hendry effort worth! This is an absolute point of view and thinking of two best player in the field of snooker ( sport ). 🔆 specially for a person like me, in a country with lack of snooker learning opportunities.
With kind attitude, without any arrogance!
Tnx for your contrbution to the world of snooker Mr Hendry 🙏
Awe the Best Neil Robertson, what a great character you are. 🏴🥃🇦🇺
Loved this episode Stephen playing so well 👏 hoping Neil will be back to best in live play soon, looking good 👍
Anyone else noticed that in the rolit second before he hits a shot in a challenge, Stephen's eyes have that same look we saw when he was still dominating?
Stephen was such an incredible weapon.
I'm surprised we didn't see more of the Safety Challenge from other content creators. That's a fun and challenging one.
It's always amazing watching Neil play.
What about this idea. The letter in the first challenge (currently S) should change depending on who wins it. So it should now be changed to N then other players can battle to try and change the letter. it could be tricky with some letters but would be fun.
Sounds good!
An N would be a hell of a challenge :v so tricky
@@kakashinosharingan would certainly make it interesting!
I always wanted to practice where you place a napkin or some sort of marker where you plan for your cue ball to end up at after your shot as to proof it was not accidental for your next layup shot.
Fantastic content as always 🎉
I mean Neil is a world class player but this performance was phenomenal. Can't wait to see him back!
When hendry said this game used to be easy, makes you feel kind of frustrated for him as in his prime he would make these challenges look easy
Love Neil! Hope he gets back to the top and battling for the big ones
Absolutely superb,loved that....how does a left hander play right handed with the rest??
Neil is just pure class!
Great . thanks
I've missed seeing this level of talent. It was lovely to see Mr Robertson in his real form. He needs to bring that Neil into the tournament table.
I was lucky to have meet Neil at a tournament..a helt the door open for him and said hello to him..he then started a conversation with me..honestly he was such a nice guy really down to earth..but what a player also..he can be unplayable on his day..
30:17 love Neil's laugh
Good to see a busy club in the background
Go Neil, you Aussie champion. Time to see ya wining the big comps again. Good luck mate.
Unbelievable that he would have to qualify for tournaments...... quality player.
Melt Wayetta Anthon Halmes must stop spamming GOAT Ronnie O'Sullivan videos.
Why this happens!
Crazy how Neil didn't miss a single shot.
What I love about Steven Hendry is when he said I won’t be able to sleep tonight after a bad shot am the same but just show’s how much he loves the game
Played him once and he is a genuine person not like O’Sullivan
I remember playing cricket on the snooker table, one person has to pot reds only, the other person posts colours in order, the colours keep coming back out until all the reds are potted.. great fun with doubles or group ..
Great stuff as always Stephen x
There is a good load of young players from the uk i used to play a lot as a kid i got a break of 68 when i was 13 but chose another path i seen a lad in the local snooker club last week must of been no older then 9 and made me look silly i was happy for hom 👌👌
awesome Neil, all the best for the rest of your season
What an unbelievable player, to max. almost every game 🤣 Such a great episode
He will really be one to watch at the crucible this year. Qualifying - as as absurd as it is - will do him much good. I'd put him 2nd favorite
Really enjoying these. It's kind of giving the channel a bit of the old Soccer AM feel. Probably due to Lavvers I'd say 😉😉
Love these videos, not sure how I feel about the sponsor though
Don't forget the century of centuries in one season, awesome talent. I don't mind Judd, but was really disappointed he didn't shake Neil's hand when the hundredth century went in.
Really enjoyed great episode
Super entertainment. Enjoyed every minute
Great to watch
Damn he made a perfect score
The BOOM 💥 - neil Robertson 18:21
Instant like/thumbs up ❤😂
i love his energy
Seems a cracking bloke Neil, and in terms of talent, he has to be one of the best potters of all time.
I have a theory about left handers that if they are good and strongly left dominant, they generally master things to a higher degree than right biased (maradona, messi in football, niel, mark williams, trump in snooker etc etc).
I'd love to see Neil do well in the Worlds
Love to see Robertson and Hendry together like this, ahah
Good to see Robbo has found abit of form again even if it's practice he played very well.
Neils action is so smooth its unreal. seems to just need someone in his corner that he has some respect for giving him positive reinforcement and he will smash every season