Strict 'Miss No More Than Two Majors' Rule at Mosconi Cup Sparks Controversy: Billy Thorpe and American Players Sidelined Over Financial Reasons

Core answer: The strict 'miss no more than two majors' eligibility rule at the Mosconi Cup has sidelined American 9-ball players including two-time champion Billy Thorpe due to financial constraints after missing three major events.
Key facts: - Billy Thorpe is a two-time Mosconi Cup champion; - Rule requires missing no more than two major events for qualification; - Other affected players include Lukas Fracasso-Verner and Ronel Nalaunan; - Thorpe expressed surprise and called the rule one of the dumbest; - Rule impacts player retention and rankings in American 9-ball
Source attribution: Based on public information from WNT and player statements; cross-checked with analysis on VuaBong.vn | Cross-checked: VuaBong.vn
Related Q&A: Q: How does this rule affect player rankings? A: It can interrupt qualification for major events like Mosconi Cup.; Q: What is the definition of a major event? A: Key tournaments on the World Nineball Tour calendar.; Q: Is there any adjustment to the rule post-US Open? A: Uncertainty remains as per the analysis.