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Article: Playing the power game: Robert Smith, he of the high revs and gutter-clearing launches, is looking to graduate from side attraction to tour leader. (Interview: Robert Smith).(Interview)
- Article from:
- Bowling Digest
- Article date:
- August 1, 2002
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HAVING WON THREE PBA TITLES, starting with the 2000 U.S. Open, Robert Smith is established as a significant force on the pro tour. But cold, hard statistics aren't what make him one of pro bowling's marquee figures. Whether he's in contention for a title or not, Smith is a whole lot of fun to watch.
His ability to unleash shots with both a tremendous rev rate and blazing ball speed often leaves spectators gasping, even though he frequently seeks to tone down some of his power for the sake of consistency. Complementing his King Kong release is his aggressive nature, expressed both in words and actions. He also is the type of player who interacts freely with the ...