Manmohan Singh congratulates World Billiards Champion Advani

New Delhi, Sep.8 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, has congratulated Pankaj Advani on becoming the World Billiards Champion. ollowing is the text of the message:

"On behalf of all Indians, I congratulate Pankaj Advani on winning the World Professional Billiards championship, the highest achievement in the game. Advani's talent and determination epitomize the true spirit of sportsmanship.

I am sure that Advani's victory will be an inspiration to youth in the country to take up sport and strive for excellence.

I wish him all success in his future endeavours." (ANI)