Allister Carter (born 25 July 1979) is an English professional snooker player. He has twice been the World Championship runner-up, losing both times to Ronnie O'Sullivan, in 2008 and 2012. He has also won four ranking titles and been as high as second in the world rankings. His nickname, "The Captain", comes from his hobby, piloting aeroplanes. He lives in Chelmsford.
Carter turned professional in 1996. He first emerged in 1999, winning the WPBSA Association Young Player of the Year award after winning the Benson and Hedges Championship in 1999 – this earned him a wild card place in the Masters. He also reached the semi-finals of the 1999 Grand Prix. It was eight years before he reached another ranking semi-final, the 2007 Malta Cup.
Shanghai Masters 2010 World Snooker Championship Mens | Ray Reardon Trophy 2009 World Snooker Championship Mens |