Alex Higgins Collection

Alex Higgins. Snooker player. Alex is pictured here in December 1975 with an unnamed lady. Alex did marry a lady in April 1975, Cara Hasler, and they had a daughter Christel

The youngest professional snooker player ever Stephen Hendry (left) with legend Alex Higgins. 27th August 1987

World famous snooker star Irishman Alex Higginss new home in Prestbury, Cheshire. 19th December 1985

The normally quiet cul-de-sac in the Manchester suburb of Cheadle is a hive of activity these days. Since Alex Hurricane Higgins won the championship on May 16

Alex Higgins has bought a £75, 000 cottage in a village in Greater Manchester as a
Alex Higgins has bought a £ 75, 000 cottage in a village in Greater Manchester as a love nest for himself and girlfriend Siobhan Kidd. 13th February 1989

World snooker champion Alex "Hurricane"Higgins pictured in his manager
World snooker champion Alex " Hurricane" Higgins pictured in his managers office. 4th April 1973

Alex Higgins World Snooker Champion 1982 has a yawn at home after reading all the cards and messages after her had won the World Snooker Championship in Sheffield

Alex Higgins, snooker player about to play a shot. Circa 1972

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Alex Higgins, the world-famous snooker star, is captured in this December 1975 photograph alongside an unknown companion. The image showcases a moment of tranquility amidst his bustling life as a professional player. Known for his exceptional talent and fiery personality, Higgins had recently acquired a new home in Prestbury, Cheshire – a testament to his success on the green baize. The usually serene cul-de-sac in Cheadle, Manchester was transformed into a hive of activity upon news of Higgins' arrival. Fans and admirers flocked to catch glimpses of their idol settling into his £75, 000 cottage nestled within Greater Manchester's charming village. Notably present during this exciting time was Stephen Hendry, the youngest ever professional snooker player at that point. Sharing the frame with Higgins, Hendry symbolized both admiration and succession within the sport. Higgins' manager also made an appearance in another snapshot featuring the World Snooker Champion affectionately known as "Hurricane. " This intimate glimpse into Higgins' personal space reveals him at home after indulging in some reading material – perhaps seeking solace from the pressures that accompanied fame and success. This collection of photographs captures various facets of Alex Higgins' life: from moments frozen in time during competitions to quiet reflections within his own sanctuary. His legacy as one of snooker's greatest players endures through these images - forever reminding us why he will always be remembered as an icon in the world of sports.