Mr. Efren “Bata” Reyes presents an autographed shirt to Chargé d’affaires, a.i. Gonaranao B. Musor

(30 April 2025, Jakarta) – The Philippine Embassy in Jakarta led by Chargé d’Affaires Gonaranao B. Musor attended a special event featuring legendary Filipino billiards champion Efren “Bata” Reyes, held at Q Billiard, Agora Mall, Jakarta on 30 April 2025.

The event brought together Filipino and Indonesian fans in an exclusive meet-and-greet session, a billiards exhibition, and an autograph signing. The event served as a celebration of Reyes’ enduring legacy and influence in the world of billiards.

CDA Musor welcomed Mr. Reyes during the event and expressed appreciation for the strong support of both the Indonesian public and the Filipino community. He shared that he is pleased to witness the enthusiastic reception given to Reyes and extended its appreciation to the organizers, sponsors and fans for making the event possible.

Reyes, in turn, conveyed his gratitude to his fans and supporters, the Indonesian government, the event organizers and sponsors for making the event possible. He also recalled that Indonesian fans have followed his career since he first competed in the Southeast Asian Games in 1987, and joked that many now call him “Ompong”, a term of endearment that mean toothless in Bahasa Indonesia.

The highlight of the evening was a series of entertaining exhibition matches, where Reyes showcased his legendary skills and tricks against popular Indonesian celebrities – Igo Pentury, Delon Thamrin and Bara Valentino – as well as selected fans, both adults and children. Reyes also continued to delight his Indonesian supporters with another exhibition appearance at Q Billiard in Senayan on 01 May 2025, further showcasing his unmatched talent and deepening his connection with fans in Jakarta.

The Philippine Embassy in Jakarta acknowledges the efforts of the organizer of the event, Moor Productions and Q Billiard, in making this cultural and sports diplomacy event a resounding success. END

From left to right - Cultural Officer and Attaché Rady Dela Cruz, Vice Consul Glenn Joseph D. Teh, poses with Mr. Efren “Bata” Reyes and Chargé d’affaires, a.i. Gonaranao B. Musor.

Officers and personnel from the Philippine Embassy led by Chargé d’affaires, a.i. Gonaranao B. Musor (middle) joined the special event honoring the billiards icon and legend, Mr. Efren “Bata” Reyes.