Cue ball hits short rail first. Use when object ball is near a corner or you need to wrap around a blocker.
Reference route
Reproducible table setup
A measurable starting point for this route family. The line is a practice reference, not a guaranteed scoring path.
Normalized ball coordinates
| x/L | y/W | |
|---|---|---|
| White cue ball | 0.500 | 0.845 |
| Yellow ball | 0.687 | 0.141 |
| Red ball | 0.299 | 0.282 |
Two controlled variations
- A · Change only side spin; keep the setup and pace.
- B · Change only pace; keep the setup and contact point.
Arrival tolerance target: ±36 mm
Practice protocol: 3 sets × 7 repetitions
Calculation record: Physics 3.0.0-beta · Solver 4.2.0
Physics V3 remains measurement-pending; verify the line on your own cloth and cushions.
Open this exact setup in 3ball →Short-Rail Bricole — Setup
Object ball in or near corner. Direct line obstructed.
Stroke and english
Firm pace required (short rails absorb less energy). 1 tip running english. Strike below center.
When to use it
Tight corners; need to "wrap" cue ball around an obstruction.
Common mistakes
Pace too soft on short rail = unreliable bounce. Use medium-firm minimum.
Practice notes
There is no universal hit rate for this position. Repeat it under the same table conditions and compare your own accuracy, route and speed consistency over time.
Pro players who use it
No player-specific usage claim is made without a position-level match sample. Treat this as a geometry and practice pattern, not as an attributed signature shot.
Practise this position
Open it directly in 3ball — adjust ball positions, stroke, and english to match your real-table setup.
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