5.5 Break Shot

The following rules apply to the break shot.

1. The cue ball begins in hand in baulk.
2. At least one ball must be pocketed or at least two object balls must cross the center string or the break shot is a foul.
3. If the black ball is pocketed on the break, all the balls are re-racked and the same player breaks again. Any violation of 6.1 Cue Ball Scratch or off the Tableor 6.5 Ball Driven off the Table is ignored on a break that pockets the black ball.