Ever wonder where the cue ball is headed after contact? 🎱 Here’s the tangent line—the natural path the cue ball takes after hitting an object ball on a stun shot. In this video, I break down exactly how the tangent line works and how you can use it to master cue ball control, position play, and shot planning. Learn the secret every great pool player uses to predict where the cue ball will go—before it even moves. #billiards #pooltips #cueballcontrol #tangentline | Bralen Martin

How to Avoid the "Tangent Line" Scratch 📐 On this cut shot, the natural tangent line leads directly into the side pocket. If you hit center ball, you will scratch. The Solution: Apply Top-Right English (approx 2 o'clock). This creates "Running English" off the rail, widening the rebound angle and keeping your cue ball on the table for the next shot. Simple adjustment, massive result. ✅ #billiards #pooltable #8ballpool #poolhacks #billiardstips #bankshot #geometry #trickshot #pooltutorial #snook