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EARLY ACCESS: Lynne Pinches refused to compete against a male pool player and was applauded

On the podcast, I speak with one of Britain's top female pool players about the intrusion of men into her sport and why she pushed back

In November 2023, Lynne Pinches went viral when she conceded the Women's Champion of Champions tournament to male opponent, Harriet (previously Chris) Haynes.

"That was the first time I've ever conceded a match - it's an extremely difficult thing to do," Pinches said. "I just thought, I don't think I can, hand on heart, carry on lying to myself and play …

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