Feck me! He went through the event without losing a frame! 35/0 Now don't get me wrong,even if he was playing against Stevie Wonder and Stevie Hawking that still takes some doing.

If Morray was there at an AGM open to the public then provided he isn't causing trouble then why would a manager ask him to leave?

Small man syndrome.

I am still amazed how many people allow him to dictate what they do and who they talk to. Spineless.

I find your choice of words interesting.

As many of you might be aware I have had my share of "debate" with one or two senior members of the EPA in the past..

I also attended this weekend..giving a fair account of myself in the Amatuer Masters, but that, in itself is irrelevant.

On arrival I made a point of saying "Hello" to a number of Officials, including GH, out of courtesy more thsn snything else.

Later in the day, and prior to my first match, I was approached and told that questions were being asked as to my motives and, in particular whether I was causing "any trouble". I wasn't, but the question did provoke some reflection on what might have been meant by "trouble".

I can only presume that those asking the questions thought that I might have been handing out flyers (what for I know not), canvassing support for the IPA (not the time, nor the place in my opinion) or just slagging off various folks (generally counter productive).

So my point is this..if I go to somebodies house then I respect their rules...I don't smoke unless told I can do, I take my shoes off if asked to do so and I don't piss on the bathroom floor! Should I wish to do any of these things I do them at home...and if I need to see the person of the house..but find their rules too stringent, then we meet at a neutral venue.

I for one had a good week end, met a lot of good mates, had a few interesting chats and even managed to pot a ball or two.

Thank you to all involved as it may well be the last opportunity I get to play in the World Amateur Masters, but who knows what the future holds..as long as we can all respect each other and our differences then there is hope.

Ok, this is what happened. I had two meetings organised in Preston area and seeing as a number of very good friends of mine were in the UK, I had organised with them to meet at the hotel.

I therefore arrived, said a few hello's, but at no point did I present or discuss the On Q World Champs with anyone.

It did become clear that my attendance was causing the organisers a few concerns when their AGM was halted members of the committee started to follow me around the hotel. One particular official wass was particularly funny with his John Cleese detective attempt, sneaking around pillars etc.

WEPF President Joe Fanto sat opposite me in the lobby area, whilst Mr G.E Harwood rushed to reception to request the attendance of the Hotel General Manager. (At no point did any official approach me)

I returned to the ball room to watch a former team mate in action, who was competing in the Men’s singles, when the GM arrived on my shoulder, flanked by G.E Harwood.

The GM stated it was a private function room and was being hired by G.E Harwood who was not willing to receive me at said function.

I simply agreed with the GM, based widely on my knowledge of hotel management procedures, and left the ball room returning to the lobby. The GM then asked me to leave the building, I asked why this was and he simply looked at me and said "I am just the hotel manager and in the middle of this, I would appreciate your assistance" seeing as the guy was very polite and I could see he felt very awkward about the situation I left.

My friends who'd arranged to meet with me at the hotel all visited me at the Hilton Hotel next door instead. Bu, one very close friend visiting from Overseas then advised me the following day that she had been presented photos of us having a conversation whilst sitting on a bench. These photos were taken by a WEPF official who was, as it now appears, actually following me and noting down names of all I spoke too.

These individuals all contacted me the following day to tell me the same story and that they were advised they not allowed to talk to me, and had actually been questioned about our conversation.

I have since forwarded this information to my solicitor who tells me an invasion of privacy has taken place, amongst other things. I have witnesses and documentation from various previous meetings and AGM's at which I have been discussed, both as an individual and as a promoter. False information and lies have been spread by certain individuals who I can only guess fear the natural development of the sport, and that this will ultimately lead to their individual goals being affected.

Edited by user 02 July 2012 17:48:29(UTC)  | Reason: Not specified

Is this a bit like a Hollywood celebrity going to the annual paparazzi convention to 'meet some friends' and then suing for an invasion of privacy when they become an object of interest?

Not a supporter of Harewood et al but given recent events surely going to the hotel was always likely to provoke a reaction? Perhaps there is some mileage in pursuing a claim if there has been defamation of character in meetings but the rest seems very sketchy to me. A bit like winding up a wasp then complaining when it stings you.

Edited by user 02 July 2012 18:14:40(UTC)  | Reason: Not specified

This whole situation has become ridiculous and the one thing that is really suffering throughout is Pool itself. None of this is taking the game forward.

What was her name?