Ricky Walden - Early Years

Early Years

Walden was born in Chester but raised in Bagillt, where he now lives once more, having spent some time living in Flintshire. He was one of the Young Players of Distinction in a scheme run in 2000, designed to help young players develop their playing and media skills, alongside Shaun Murphy, Stephen Maguire and Ali Carter. In 2001 he won the World Under-21 Championship.

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