Evaluating the effectiveness of different player rating systems in predicting the results of professional snooker matches
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ejor.2021.04.056
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- Collingwood, James A.P. & Wright, Michael & Brooks, Roger J., 2023. "Simulating the progression of a professional snooker frame," European Journal of Operational Research, Elsevier, vol. 309(3), pages 1286-1299.
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