Frédéric Caudron – The Belgian Maestro Returns to the Throne

In Belgium, the legend came full circle. Frédéric Caudron captured his fourth World Championship, reaffirming his legacy as one of billiards’ greatest minds — and reminding the world why he remains the benchmark of excellence.

Caudron’s 2025 ELO trajectory shows the mark of a veteran rediscovering top form.

• Early in the season (Turkey & Belgium Cups), his ELO dipped below 1700, hinting at a rough patch.

• But the champion’s resilience surfaced in Portugal and peaked in Belgium, where his ELO climbed back to 1740+, sealing his rise with the championship win.

  

  ELO points 2025

• Compared to his 2019–2024 journey, Caudron’s ELO curve mirrors his power line — showing consistency, intelligence, and longevity at elite level play.

• A remarkable testament to sustained excellence and adaptation in a sport where millimeters matter.

  

  ELO points 2019 - 2025

⚙️ Statistical Breakdown (2024–2025)

Year	Avg.	Points/Game	Points Against	Difference	Total Games	Wins	Losses
2024	1.870	37.32	27.34	+9.98	47	39	8
2025	1.758	39.32	31.96	+7.36	25	17	8

Caudron’s average slightly dipped from 1.87 to 1.75, but his scoring rate improved — meaning he’s taking more calculated risks and finishing faster.Even with tighter margins (+7.36 average difference), his shot selection and defense efficiency stayed elite.

Performance by Tournament 2025

Country	Average	Wins	Losses
Vietnam	1.770	2	2
Turkey	1.392	1	1
Portugal	1.699	6	1
Belgium	1.621	1	3
🇧🇪 Belgium World Champ	2.019	6	1

In his home country, Caudron played like a man possessed — his 2.019 average across 7 games in Belgium World Championship** was unmatched**. That scoring level put him far above the tournament mean and reaffirmed his reputation as one of the most clinical finishers in 3-cushion history.

World Championship Run – Match Results

Round	Opponent	Points	Innings	Avg.	HR
L32	R. Forthomme	50	19	2.631	8
L16	T. Andersen	50	27	1.851	5
QF	M. Horn	50	16	3.125	8
SF	A. Kahofer	50	22	2.272	7
Final	E. Merckx	50	32	1.562	12

Caudron’s road to glory was a masterpiece of consistency and precision:

• He opened strong with an 8-high run vs. Forthomme.

• Peaked in the quarterfinals with a 3.125 average vs. Horn — a performance that turned the event’s momentum in his favor.

• And in the final against Eddy Merckx, Caudron used patience and rhythm, securing victory through superior endgame defense and a record 12-high run in the championship.

  
  

Frédéric Caudron’s campaign was about experience, composure, and timing. Despite ups and downs earlier in the year, he delivered when it mattered most — in front of his home crowd. His 4th world title not only restores his place among billiard legends but also underlines one truth:

“Form fades, but greatness adapts.”