Although this pool warrior roams on the green pastures in Germany, he is undoubtedly Filipino when he mercilessly operates in the pool table. And when he sits down with Reyes and Luat, he goes even closer to his home Pampanga as they seem to lock the bond among themselves in the very unique Kapampangan dialect that they speak in. Django feels that he is a Champion, but he knows that he is not an Efren. Nevertheless, come tournament time, the heart of this World Champion will not be intimidated by anybody, including his Compadreng Efren.
Outside the pool hall, Django maintains an aura of his stature - silent and dignified, but not arrogant at all. He goes around in nice collared t-shirts neatly tucked in blue jeans over shiny leather shoes. A closer view will let you see Django breaking into laughter that is visibly happier than its audio volume. His innate self-confidence is what had brought him to far Germany as a teaching pro in 1989. After constantly wrestling with Antonio Lining, the late "Bicol Bata", Victor Arpilleda, brothers Totoy and Pepito Dacer, Snookie Villanueva, Florencio Baņar, and Romy "Salamin" Del Rosario, and Edgar Acaba one of the most contested turfs in Metro Manila - Farmer's Cubao, Django decided to start his quest to conquer the world with his patented break and cunning precision.
After two years in Europe, Django captured his first, and to him, one of his most memorable tournaments, the Munich Masters against Mike Lebron. Since then, he has enjoyed life to the fullest doing what he enjoys most - playing pool. This Christmas break brought him back to Manila for a vacation and he just cannot keep away from the pool hall. Occasionally, he goes to see a movie. Django goes out brisk walking twice a week for physical fitness. His practice is playing money games in between tournaments. For him, what is important is to get enough sleep before a tournament.
Even if Django is very close to Efren exposing him to the secrets of Efren,he has maintained his own style. As he starts his game with an awesome break, his presence is initially intimidating. But like his flawless game, Django blends fame and personality to an admirable consistency. Just do not be fooled by his humble ways because he will cut you down mercilessly in the pool table.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name : Francisco Bustamante
Residence : Kiel, Germany
DOB : December 29, 1963
Birthplace : Tarlac, Philippines
CAREER HISTORY
2003 Joss NE 9-Ball Tour Stop #18
2003 Joss NE 9-Ball Tour Stop #17
2002 Gabriels Las Vegas Invitational
2002 Peninsula 9-Ball Open
2002 Sudden Death 7-Ball
2002 Japan Open Champion
2002 Motolite 9-Ball Challenge Champion
2002 IBC Tour Stop 2 Champion
2001 World Pool Masters Champion
2001 Turning Stone Casino Classic II Champion
2001 Joss Northeast Tour Stop 2
2000 1st Motolite International 9-Ball Championships
1999 Champion of the Champions
1999 Tulsa 9-Ball Championships
Riviera Pro 8-Ball Open
1998 Tulsa 9-Ball Championships
1998 Camel Pro Billiards Series Championships
1998 Sands Regency Open 28
1998 Player of the Year
1994-96 German Masters
1993 Bicycle Club Pro Championship
World Team Championship (Team Philippines)
1992 Japan Open
1991 Munich Masters
1991 Japanese 9-Ball Championship
1991 German 9-Ball Championship
1990 Brunswick Munich Masters
1990 German 9-Ball Championship
