In 2016, Immonen won the world title in straight pool in New York City against Earl Strickland (above), his former mentor, who has been called the Michael Jordan of pool.
MIKA Immonen, a two-time world champion pool player from Finland known as the Iceman, who was admired as much for his physical stamina and mental acuity during competitions as he was for his skill at the game.
The Finn, who died on Sept 28 in New York City, was 52.
