Superb video, one of the best so far. I interviewed Ali in 2013 about his testicular cancer for ITV. He was a gentleman and when I said I'd be calling a taxi to take me back to the train station, he insisted on driving me personally in his sports car and even helped me carry my camera equipment. We talked non-stop on the journey. Quality guy and love watching him play. Delighted that he won a tournament either side of this interview.

@jonnyjonnyjonnyjonny

10 күн бұрын

IN HIS SPORTS CAR 😂

@hariskhan485

10 күн бұрын

Don't lie

@ahoy96

10 күн бұрын

Not lying ​@@hariskhan485

@markt2014

10 күн бұрын

Thanks for this insight Natalie, I agree best video Stephen has put up. I haven’t met Ali like you but he comes across as a totally genuine honest guy and one of my favourite players. By the way I love your podcast and was a massive fan of The Bill back in the day. What guests are coming up shortly on your podcast ?

@liamcotter1830

10 күн бұрын

Ali comes across as very genuine and an absolute gentleman. It’s a pity he lets himself down by being so arrogant and unlikeable on the snooker table.

So much respect for Ali for talking so candidly about his health issues. Us men need to be more open about these things and share our experiences with one another, as too many are suffering in silence. Unfortunately our culture discourages men from talking about these sorts of issues, but that's thankfully changing. I myself am going through a very hard time right now with my health and living with chronic pain in my pelvis and lower back, and it's really helps me whenever I hear other men talk about their experiences, it encourages me and makes me feel braver to talk with others about what I'm going through. Ali has just done this here and I guarantee a lot of other guys feel the same way. Thanks mate!

@harrypell2603

7 күн бұрын

Sorry to hear that hope you make a speedy recovery ❤️‍🩹😊👍

Was impressive how having a conversation didn't seem to affect Ali's break building ability......until he was asked a question about Ronnie and immiediately missed 😂 Seriously that was genuinely the best I've seen any of the pros play whilst conducting an interview at the same time. Didn't seem to affect his flow at all

@SamScanlan-vu1pb

10 күн бұрын

Deffo the best snooker whilst chatting 👌

@harshitsingh3459

10 күн бұрын

Michael Holt was flawless while chatting

@bobwallacejnr6852

9 күн бұрын

no

@shaymayo6

9 күн бұрын

@@harshitsingh3459 he needs to chat on tour too...

@anw3997

9 күн бұрын

Mark Williams was better

It was nice to hear Ali chat about his journey up the mountain...he's a grinder, for sure! And he's looking very sharp on the table, too! And he pilots his plane on a sunny afternoon! This guy is living his dream...surely!? Good luck with everything ahead! Cheers!

@matthewphilip1977

10 күн бұрын

Not a grinder at all, he has flair, and doesn't mess about either. Determined, yeah, and dogged, but that's not a grinder.

@K2shadowfax

10 күн бұрын

@@matthewphilip1977 my 'grinder' comment referred to his climb up the mountain of life, with special emphasis on his recent medical issues. Ease springs!

@generalmunro748

5 күн бұрын

He's not happy though is he, huge shoulder chips evident, very unlikeable no friends on the circuit, says it all

@zorbakaput8537

3 күн бұрын

@@generalmunro748 You must have watched a different video.

My option of Ali has changed for the better 👍🏻

@Ytnzy250

10 күн бұрын

Option or opinion? Ah who cares uh 😁 👍

@dilksjoel

10 күн бұрын

I thought he had a chip on his shoulder, but he just wears his heart (and sponsors) on his sleeve

@Mick-Dempsey

10 күн бұрын

Seems like a solid man,no bull.Fair play to him he’s had a career that’s given him a dream life and he’s accepted no crap.

@SamScanlan-vu1pb

10 күн бұрын

I agree, I wasn’t expecting to like him. I was wrong

@tanikazeno3087

9 күн бұрын

Same here!😉

I'll be honest, I've only ever seen the negative press coverage of Ali so it was good to hear him speaking candidly to you in this video. It's completely changed my opinion of him. I hope he continues to succeed in the game.

@sharpvidtube

6 күн бұрын

He's always seemed like a decent person to me, but I avoid most of the press coverage. He has some unconventional views, but I like that, it would be boring if we all thought the same way.

Ali just won the first ranking event of the season a video with Stephen makes everyone better!

I feel a bit guilty now. I had judged Ali totally incorrectly. Much respect after all he's been through. Top bloke. Deserves to win a few more before retirement.

@THEPINKFLOYDIANS

4 күн бұрын

Me too, I'll be cheering him on for the remainder of his career now. Decent bloke 😊

Well, I went in with a preconception of Ali not being my fave character. I gotta say it was a quality all round video stephen. Agony aunt hendry strikes again. You got Ali to bare all. And as an avid ronnie fan, I've come to warm to Ali, as a competitor, as a person he is spiky and difficult/different.. but he allowed me to understand him more and now I respect him slightly more than I did. Good interview Steve. Think it was the first one where I wasn't interested in a single shot!

@gurney2931

10 күн бұрын

I couldn't agree more Roger and I was just going to say exactly the same. Thanks for saving me a job !!!!!!!!

@grahamspencer3946

6 күн бұрын

I agree 100%

People are generally quick to judge celebrities and sports personalities and the likes on their public persona alone. These little snippets into snooker players’ lives are very revealing and in Ali’s case here, he comes across as a genuinely nice guy. Fair play to the bloke for all he has come through. Good luck to him.

@sharpvidtube

6 күн бұрын

I thought he's always been a genuine person, unlike some, that just say the right thing all the time, when you know they probably don't mean it.

@elmondo-pj6kk

2 күн бұрын

@@sharpvidtube Ali leads Hendry 9-4 H2H Ali is a genuinely nice person unlike UNHINGED NARSISCIST Hendry

15:24 His cleaner arriving, and her brilliant expression, just after Ali had been baring his soul was brilliant timing

I noticed here Ali is the only one to 🤐 when Stephen was on his shot 👌🏼... lovely room too! What dreams are made of!

@dilksjoel

10 күн бұрын

John Higgins

The best one ive seen so far, Ali comes across as a nice genuine guy, loved the flight at the end.

@dilksjoel

10 күн бұрын

Ali is actually a very interesting guy, wears his heart on his sleeve and genuinely appreciative of his accomplishments in the game. He also offers fascinating insight with regards Ronnie's psyche. Great video.

@barry2924

10 күн бұрын

Really good video, very honest chap

@paulrichards6894

10 күн бұрын

i am the biggest ronnie fan and always hated Ali but this video as totally changed my opinion of him

@dilksjoel

10 күн бұрын

@@paulrichards6894 I was a massive Ronnie fan too. Seen him live and even heckled his opponents. But I've seen the light now.

@chrish1734

9 күн бұрын

I personally didn't like him. But after this video it's put him in a different light and I have a lot more respect for him. His honesty and how open he is. Fantastic to see.

Probably one of stephen best interview videos.

Brilliant the best one yet. Ali Carter is an underated player. Very talented, intelligent and he has the will to win. Respect to him and good luck for his future.

What a great guy Ali is. Stephen brings the best out of his “guests”. I learned so much more about Ali, what a hard core fighter, he is. Respect.👍

Ali is a tough cookie. That was a lot to go through.

always had a negative opinion of ali due to his wars with ronnie but this interview has completly changed my opinion on him, what a great fella

@Harp00nX

10 күн бұрын

that was the reason i liked him lol other than that i used to think he was a grumpy sod but i can see i was mistaken

@Snoozer-vine

10 күн бұрын

I was thinking so myself but ppl usually put their best foot forward in front of cameras. Ronnie is Ronnie and I certainly wouldn’t condone all his behaviour but suggesting he feels he needs to use shady tactics to win is plain ridiculous.

@AnarchyEnsues

10 күн бұрын

Didn't expect him to speak with a working class accent... I like him a lot now.. you can tell he's a good bkoke

@orbodman

9 күн бұрын

Always liked Ali. And the wind is changing for ROS. He is hammered and criticised a lot now on YT. Critics once were attacked by Ronnie fan boys. Now there are many of us enjoying putting the boot into ROS with no problem. He does deserve it. And huge congrats to Ali on his latest win.

@Snoozer-vine

9 күн бұрын

@@orbodman Not everybody is into laying the boot into players, any of them. Criticism is one thing but you clearly spend a lot of time online to ‘enjoy’ that kind of thing. I’m only interested in the snooker they play tbh and both Ali and Ronnie are great players.

Always thought Ali was given a bit of a raw deal when it came to his personality. Seems like a genuine dude, and on a purely snooker level no fan wouldn't want to watch him.

This is one of your best Stephen. I wish Ali every success. Absolutely brilliant.

honestly changed my whole outlook against ali carter, what’s he’s been through and overcome etc but to see what he’s like as a person also, respect to him and to have a pilot license to is just impeccable. Top video as per usual

Never understood the hate for Ali. Seems like a top bloke. Cracking video!

@johndean4765

10 күн бұрын

Paulb tbf once Ali argued with ref Desi a while back, he COMPLETELY missed a ball Desi called foul initially but changed her mind and did NOT penalise him after he kept insisting he had hit it.

@richardhall4830

9 күн бұрын

​​@@johndean4765yeah there been a couple of instances of Ali's eyes deceiving him in important moments in matches. Even his own description of Ronnie says he was helped massively by him as a teenager then bags him out over his demeanour at the table which is surely earned as the best ever.

@loganroy3381

9 күн бұрын

@@johndean4765 That's on Desi, she needs to have the authority to stick to her decision.

@loganroy3381

9 күн бұрын

It mostly has to do with some of his political views / conspiracy theories. Some people can't separate the person from the politics.

@smarterproperty6378

9 күн бұрын

It’s the attitude. Too much moaning.

Will definitely be watching more of Ali's matches now I've seen this. Top guy

@streetspirit956

10 күн бұрын

why?

@chrisfromnoosa1905

8 күн бұрын

I have seen multiple matches where Ali has been pure granite. I think this applies on and off the table.

Say what you like about Ali Carter but no one in snooker's had to deal with the truly scary health issues he has.....he's very resilient. Good luck to him.

@johnsrabe

10 күн бұрын

? Paul Hunter?

@dontbewoke

10 күн бұрын

@@johnsrabe No one alive obviously.

@toziassmitt

10 күн бұрын

Maybe they have and they just keep their private life, actually private, and don’t yap about it 24/7 like he does

@fabianherzog7083

10 күн бұрын

@@toziassmitt He was literally asked about it and said he doesn't like to talk about it.

@dontbewoke

10 күн бұрын

@@toziassmitt Wow you've got such a big heart. Bet you're so pleasant to know....

Top guy is Ali Carter, was very lucky to meet him at the Welsh open.

@dilksjoel

10 күн бұрын

What was the score?

The best interview on this channel so far. The question most of us are waiting for @ 20:27

@fhms4528

2 күн бұрын

That is the most underrated comment. 🙂

I'm a stonch Ronnie fan love the way he plays snooker... Love Ali cater too he's always been a great player

@stitcha123

10 күн бұрын

Stonch?

@seanrochford3161

10 күн бұрын

@@stitcha123 my bad staunch

@smrriles5668

9 күн бұрын

Ali cater ...what's that ,an alligator that looks after you?

One of the very best so far.

Probably one of the best cue powers in the game. Very few people can match an Ali Carter deep screw. I like Carter. I think he is honest about stuff and says what he thinks.

Reckon that might be your best video yet guys, had a bit of everything. Will certainly be watching Ali with renewed interest after this. Great stuff

And then he went on to win the champ league after this. Good form

Definitely one of the best interviews I've watched on the channel. Thank all the crew who are involved in production and special thanks to Ali and Stephen! All the best to you, guys! Cheers!

Thank you so much Mr Hendry. You dont hold back on your questions, yet you remain very dignified and, indeed, sensitive and caring, in the manner in which you ask. What a superb "find" this was for me on KZread. Consider me fully subscribed to your channel, unaware it even existed. A real gem. I bet if you asked all professionals the one player IN HISTORY that they would have loved to have played, our Alex would poll, at a minimum, at least 70%. 😁😁😁. Unlike quite a few, I have always liked Ali, and, for all the snooker fans out there, regardless of their opinion of Ali, (and I bet many opinions shall now change following your superb upload), they know he remains a VERY DANGEROUS opponent, and I hope he has few more titles to come. So, thanks again, Mr Hendry. Kindest regards, Brian from Bristol.

Quality isn't expensive it's Priceless,Great guy.Take no notice of Ronnie, it's his shadow self,coming out from time too time.I do respect you both thou.

Legend in his own right, what hes gone through....and what a player....no one can deny that. I like both Ronnie and Ali, its possible you know.

@craigmorgan4676

7 күн бұрын

It ain't Ronnie all the way......Mr angry!👀👀👀😫😬😬😡😡😡

That was fukkn brilliant. Best one yet. Stephen not shy with the questions!

Absolutely love Ali Carter, great bloke and player!!

342 likes with zero dislikes at this point. Genuinely pleased to see that. Quality video and Ali comes across as a nice, genuine guy as usual.

@stitcha123

10 күн бұрын

Oooh let me change that for you

@Steven-ze2zk

10 күн бұрын

@@stitcha123 How many dislikes now? There was genuinely none just a few minutes ago.

@gav25x

10 күн бұрын

The thumbs down number isn't visible

@81Mace81

10 күн бұрын

@@gav25x Get yourself the "Return KZread Dislike" extension, as of writing this it's currently 28 dislikes (a ratio more than Stephen's other videos sadly)

@elkugelblitz

10 күн бұрын

@@Steven-ze2zk 846 like for 30 dislikes now; quite good considering we got Ali there. What a good episode though, might even be the best so far!

Great interview. Pretty sure Ali will win more tournaments, would be good to see him win the world. He seems a straight up guy.

Best pro to come so far, brilliant

Awesome hearing all that stuff I didn't know. Ali seems alright.

Great vid , not biggest Ali Carter fan before but admire his honesty and what’s he’s gone through to still be competing is amazing, fair play to him .

That was a brilliant watch. Ali Carter deserves every win and every pound he makes. What a story, so brave of him to talk about his health so openly. He seems like a really decent fella. I wish him well. Great stuff 👏

Wow. This just brought me a whole new level of respect for this man. I will be honest I only watch the sport and play and dont really tend to see or follow their lives off the table. This is why im really enjoying this channel as I get a look into their mentality, lives and love for the sport which I wouldn't without it. Its open my eyes alot to not just have an opinion or judgement purely based on their manner and reaction at the table. Keep em coming

Great video. KZread really has become gold these past few years.

I'm waiting for the one where Stephen plays and chats to himself !

@Cannibalable

10 күн бұрын

You're in luck! kzread.info/dash/bejne/gGltqbalm9TJksY.htmlsi=-l9ItclRWZuswST5

@chrisml91

10 күн бұрын

That'll be the Mark Williams one you want

@SquireJumy

10 күн бұрын

April fools day episode

@krystofdayne

9 күн бұрын

He kind of did that in the video where he talks about his career

@user-sm9yh8tg4y

9 күн бұрын

He has already done this, you obviously don’t watch all his videos!

Absolutely wonderful seeing this after seeing Ali win the championship earlier. I watch a lot of highlights on KZread but don't see many interviews, so its great to hear from him here.

Great video. I now understand Ali a lot better, and am grateful for that. He is very much like many of my playing mates in his appraoch and attitude, And as a fellow cancer survivor I think we'd get along pretty well - we know all about that side of things and would have common ground there. lol

This is one of the many reasons I love watching cue tips you show the human element behind the snooker a chance to get to know the man that's behind all the players we love which I think is brilliant it makes it more personal, I like Ali Carter he's a great player and always thought he seemed decent but watching this video seeing him chat away you can see and feel that he really is a great bloke and very down to earth which makes me like him even more it's sad what he's been through but great that he's come out the other side strong and determined and I really wish him the best for future tournaments I hope he achieves what he wants to and more he deserves it.

Wow! Best one so far. Very candid!! 👍👍

Absolutely brilliant episode, great to see Ali opening up about his very unfortunate health problems, love Ali, great he won just after this interview. Great ending too, best one yet Stephen

Great interview this has changed my opinion on Ali Carter for the better

This should be the standard length on these videos. Lovely one, one of the best!

I'm the same age as Carter and had serious problems with Crohn's too. Big respect to him as I know how awful it can be. Great interview

@analogkidabc

8 күн бұрын

Me too I've had crohns 30 years and always support Ali.

Just gets better and better this channel. Great chat and a great insight into a great player 👍

Ali is a lovely chap and a really good player to boot. Considering the health challenges he has faced it's even more impressive. Great to see The Captain in good spirits and doing well!!! 👍❤🛩

Still hoping to see the Spaceman make an appearance on this channel sometime

@itellyouwhy6957

10 күн бұрын

To show off his watches,cues and condom collection!

@dilksjoel

10 күн бұрын

Who's that?

@flipthescript-karatekid

10 күн бұрын

@@dilksjoel Dominic Dale

@samadbaksh

10 күн бұрын

I want to see ding

@davidfelix2594

10 күн бұрын

@@samadbaksh Why? He can barely speak English, it won't be much of an interview.

That was brilliant, really enjoyed that. I’ve gotta say I wasn’t the biggest Ali fan by any means but I like him a lot more after this 👌🏻🍀😉

thank you. that was very nice! didn't know much about your guest's life only having seen him play. he seems like a rather nice gentleman.

Great conversation. Ali seemed completely open to questions and answering them honestly

Solid bloke and great banter - new found respect for Ali. Thanks for a superb watch Stephen!

I have loved this channel since its inception but this episode has hit new heights. I am so glad Ali is given the chance to show his talents and overlooked character. What a player as well with all that he has faced and I still think he has a TC in him. I always eye when a draw opens up for him

Brilliant, this. Never particularly warmed to Carter but this has changed my mind on him.

Loved this video Stephen. What a nice guy . Its nice to find out more about the players (and the gossip !). Can`t wait for the next one !

Another great one!

A very open and honest chat. I didnt know what the guy has overcome on a personal level, all while maintaining his status as one of the best snooker players in the world is commendable!

Brilliant vid with the Captain-Although I am a life long Ronnie fan,I must admit I admire Carter's tenacity & will to keep going despite all the adversities affecting his progress. You have to admire Steven H for pointing out the real difference between Ronnie & other players when he referred to world final where carter's performance was granite like however Hendry reminded him you are not going beat him playing granite snooker you have to find another level. Loved the vid & Ally's humour too.

Nice episode! Respect, Ali, for going through your cancer treatment. It takes courage to get through all that. It sounds like it didn't progress to brain cancer, which is fantastic (I'm living with it myself), though I do understand the fears and the stamina it takes to live with the disease. That you've kept up with a pro snooker career while dealing with that earns you my respect. Well done.

Ali carter is a very nice person, and good luck to him 👍👍👍👍

It’s amazing to see Ali just talking and making a good break against Stephen one of the all time greats. Ali seems like a good lad and I never knew that he had been so ill. 👍👍

Amazing interview! Very nice to know a bit more about this gent

This was a fantastic interview. I really enjoyed this!

Best video yet. Except the one with Gareth Potts as I’m in the background lmfao

Thank you Stephen that was a great video. You changed my opinion of Ali Carter with this interview. I had only previously seen very short TV clips interviews and got the wrong impression of Ali. I enjoyed the humour.

Glad I watched this. I am a Ronnie fan and I have had very little experience of Ali apart from the shoulder barges and the odd game on TV. A proper inspiring story and the fella has dealt with so much adversity, I'm not suprised he doesn't tolerate Ronnie's BS. Great video ❤ 👍

What a great guy, he comes across so genuine. Fair play to him

The best ep ever. Amazing! Love Ali’s way. What a guy. So glad he’s here to tell these stories ❤

Brilliant... Enjoyed immensely... Conversation seemed to flow easily between both... Covered subjects of much interest... Enjoyed Ali's comment with regard to John Higgins... Well done both .. loved the flight too ..

Great video, Stephen. One of your best yet, I’d say 👏 Ali was a great guest

Love watching Ali play his a great player, great interview. Thanks Stephen from down-under.

Never disliked Ali, but have become a bigger fan of him after this. Another great video.

Just awesome,Ali is such a great player and so good to watch. 10/10!!!

this was top. I can't believe how great this was. always amazed.

Great episode. Loved the plane trip!

Go on Ali! Genuine interview and sharing of his thoughts with audiences

Brilliant video this one, Ali is one of the players results I look out for. How he has had the career he has with what he suffers with is to be applauded. Seems to be one of the good guys and I wish him well for the rest of his career.

To be honest, I've never been a follower of Carter, but really enjoyed this interview. He seems like a top bloke and a great player. Wish him all the best.

awesome Video I really enjoyed it!

Amazing interview , loved knowing about Ali & also have much more respect for him - this channel is gold for anyone who loves snooker - thanks Mr Hendry for doing this.

enjoyed every moment of that. Probably the best one yet.

Great video, thoroughly enjoyed watching this! Thanks. :)

One the best ones yet - cool going up in plane

A great talk / interview, thanks !

I have always looked out for Ali's results...i know he has Crohn's (i have ulcerative colitis) if you have either you know both as there are so many similarities but I've always cheered for him because of it. I'm a little surprised but pleased how well he has done in the circumstances. Hopefully his health is good and he has a great season next season 👍

Great episode. Thanks to both of you.

Absolutely brilliant interview ✌️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Stephen, thank you for this one! cracking insight into Ali Carter and what makes him tick... really enjoyed it!

Amazing video, best one so far!

Great watch. Ali a really likeable guy and Stephen brought out the best in him. Terrific video.

Awesome interview, love the channel!