Standard bricole geometry but with reverse english applied. Bends the post-cushion trajectory inward, creating angles unreachable with running english.
Reverse Bricole — Setup
Same as long-rail bricole, but cue ball needs to take a tighter post-cushion path.
Stroke and english
Firm pace (reverse english needs energy). 1 tip outside center, opposite to natural bounce direction. Cue as flat as possible.
When to use it
When natural bounce angle is too wide; need to "tighten" the path.
Common mistakes
Soft pace = no spin transfer. Wrong cue tilt = adds masse instead of pure spin.
Success rate & practice
Advanced. ~25% of pro shots use reverse english; amateurs <10%.
Pro players who use it
Sang Lee was a master of reverse english bricoles. Marco Zanetti uses creatively.
Practise this position
Open it directly in 3ball — adjust ball positions, stroke, and english to match your real-table setup.
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