中华新闻网/中华时报专访（赵雪湄）在斯诺克赛场上，裁判如同无声的指挥官，掌控着比赛的节奏与公平。来自德国柏林的马塞尔·埃克哈特（Marcel Eckardt）正是其中最闪耀的一位。他18岁便考取国家级裁判证，2010年正式走上职业裁判之路，从此与斯诺克结下不解之缘。
2020年，年仅30岁的他登上世界斯诺克锦标赛决赛舞台，成为史上最年轻的决赛主裁。在那场聚焦全球目光的比赛中，他沉稳指挥，亲历了罗尼·奥沙利文夺得第六冠的传奇时刻，也将自己的名字写入历史。
马塞尔实现了裁判界梦寐以求的“三冠王”壮举——执裁2018年英国锦标赛、2020年世锦赛与2023年大师赛三大决赛。他以专业与冷静，如船长般掌舵风浪中的球局，赢得选手与观众的尊敬。
然而，他的起点并不光鲜。成长于斯诺克资源匮乏的柏林，直到18岁才首次摸到正式球台。少年时代，他靠一张小型美式球桌练球，通过电视了解斯诺克，逐渐着迷。起初，他从未想过成为裁判，只是纯粹热爱这项运动。
进入职业后，经济是最大难题。初期裁判收入微薄，还需自费参赛。是家人的全力支持——尤其是父亲风雨无阻的接送和资金帮助——让他得以坚持。凭借执着，他一步步从默默无闻走向世界舞台。
马塞尔不仅是“铁面法官”，更是选手的贴心伙伴。他精准判罚、温和沟通，还常在贴球时帮选手调整球杆，做好球台准备。他深知，自己的一举一动都关乎比赛的公正与氛围。
如今，他已跻身A1级裁判行列，成为斯诺克世界的中流砥柱。他的故事证明：哪怕起点平凡、条件艰苦，只要心怀热爱，坚定追梦，也能在属于自己的舞台上，闪耀成光。未来的马塞尔·埃克哈特，值得更多期待。
From a Berlin Mini Table to the World Championship Final: How Marcel Eckardt Rose to the Top of Snooker
(By May Zhao) In the world of snooker, referees are like silent conductors, orchestrating the flow and fairness of every match. Marcel Eckardt, from Berlin, Germany, is one of the brightest stars among them. At just 18, he earned his national referee license, and in 2010, he officially embarked on his professional refereeing journey, marking the beginning of a deep bond with the sport.
In 2020, at just 30 years old, Eckardt made history as the youngest ever referee to officiate a World Snooker Championship final. Calm and composed on the sport’s grandest stage, he witnessed Ronnie O’Sullivan claim his sixth world title in a thrilling showdown, etching Eckardt’s name into the annals of the sport.
Marcel has achieved the “Triple Crown” of refereeing, having officiated the finals of the 2018 UK Championship, the 2020 World Championship, and the 2023 Masters. With professionalism and poise, he steers matches like a seasoned captain, commanding the respect of players and fans alike.
However, his path was far from easy. Growing up in Berlin, where snooker facilities were scarce, he didn’t touch a proper snooker table until he was 18. As a child, he played American pool on a small table at home, unaware of the world of snooker until he saw it on TV. Captivated by the precision and strategy, he became obsessed, though he never imagined he’d one day become a top-level referee.
In his early career, financial hardship was his greatest challenge. With minimal pay and often covering his own expenses, pursuing refereeing wasn’t a secure path. Fortunately, his family stood firmly behind him, especially his father, who drove him to airports and offered crucial support. It was this unwavering family backing that helped him endure and grow.
Marcel is more than a rule enforcer, he’s a trusted presence for players. He communicates calmly, sets up the table meticulously, and even assists with rest setups during tight shots. He knows that every detail of his work impacts a player’s rhythm and the integrity of the match.
Now an elite A1-level referee, Eckardt has become a cornerstone of professional snooker. His journey is proof that no matter your starting point, with passion and perseverance, you can shine in the field you love. The future of Marcel Eckardt in snooker is bright – and the story is still being written.