What is French billiards?

French billiards, also known as carom billiards, is a cue sport played on a pocketless billiard table with three balls. The object of the game is to score points by caroming (hitting) one of the cue balls into both of the other balls on the table. It's a game of precision and skill, where players aim to hit the balls in a specific sequence to earn points. 

Here's a more detailed look:

• Table and Balls:
  French billiards is played on a table without pockets, typically 5 by 10 feet (1.5 by 3 m).The game uses three balls: two cue balls (white, with one marked with a red spot) and a red object ball. 
• Scoring:
  A "carom" (or billiard) is scored when one of the cue balls hits both the red and the other cue ball in succession. Each carom counts one point. 
• Variations:
  There are different variations of French billiards, including "free game," "balk-line games," and "three-cushion billiards," each with its own set of rules and strategies according to Kozoom Store and Britannica. 
• Skill and Strategy:
  French billiards requires a high level of skill, including precise shots, strategic play, and the ability to execute difficult angles and combinations.