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Jan Verhass

Jan Verhaas is one on the worlds leading snooker referees with a number of competitions under his belt including The British Open, The European Open and The Embassy World Championship, he has even refereed matches right here in Swindon at Jesters Snooker Hall.

Jan Verhaas

Q1. Have you a favourite player(s) you like to ref?

A1. I think it's unfair to say that the referees don't have any favourite player or players, but I also think it is inappropriate to give you any names. In general it is a always a pleasure to ref the top players on form, fast players and crowd pullers. Although we all love our job, no matter who or where we referee but nothing gives us more satisfaction then refereeing on the big stage in front of a capacity crowd and tv cameras.

Q2. What do you do in your spare time when you are not refereeing?

A2. During tournaments I just like to relax on the laptop or play a game of golf or rally on the PlayStation with my friend and colleague Johan Oomen. 'Off season' I just like to travel far away and soak up the sun. I normally also spend quite some time diving tropical reefs.

Q3. What did you think of Sky Sports premier league snooker? Was it a good thing or not?

A3. I think it is fantastic to see so much snooker on television nowadays, it boosts the popularity of the game. I am not very familiar with the 25 seconds rule, but it seems to work well in these tournaments and I haven't heard many bad things about it.

Q4. What was the best match you have ever refereed and why?

A4. The most prestigious must be the 2003 World Final between Williams and Doherty. I also reffed 4 Wembley finals, including the 3 where Hunter lifted the trophy.

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