Frédéric Caudron (1968-) is a Belgian professional three-cushion player who has held world #1 multiple times. Known for his deep system mastery and his signature umbrella position.
Career highlights
- UMB World Cup champion — multiple times
- World Three-Cushion Championship medalist
- Belgian National Champion — many years running
- World #1 ranking (multiple periods)
Playing style
Caudron is the leading exemplar of the Belgian school: deep system mastery, methodical pre-shot routine, surgical execution. Where Korean PBA pros favor speed and aggression, Caudron favors precision and predictability.
Signature shots
- Umbrella position — Caudron's name is synonymous with mastery of this 3-ball pattern
- System-based around-the-table
- Pre-shot routine: 30 seconds of silent calculation, then execution
Notable rivalries
Caudron's career-long rivalry with Dick Jaspers (Netherlands) defined the European three-cushion scene of the 2000s-2010s. The two have met in dozens of finals.
Practice the umbrella
Open Caudron's signature umbrella position in 3ball — the same shot he plays in nearly every match.
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