Robert Moore
1953–1997Robert Moore arrived in Hong Kong, devised a horse‑race betting system, made a fortune, and later bought a bar and a restaurant to expand pool facilities.
Particulars
Robert Moore arrived in Hong Kong in 1983 with AUD$5, worked with Alan Woods, and together devised a system for betting on horse‑race outcomes. Moore made a fortune and was known for his flamboyance.
Moore allegedly bought a bar from its owner to fire a manager who asked him to wait in line for a pool table. He also threatened the owners of the Flying Pig pool bar, purchased the Chinese restaurant below it, and opened a bar with three pool tables; according to Woods, such behavior cost Moore millions.
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