 In 1985, Souquet co-won his first European Championship team title with the National Team, and in 1986 won his first individual title at the European Championship (juniors division).In 1997, he received the "Silberne Lorbeerblatt" (Silver Laurel Leaf), the highest official distinction awarded to sportspeople by Germany, which was presented to him by German President Roman Herzog.In 1996, Souquet won the 1996 WPA World Nine-ball Championship where he triumphed over Tom Storm of Sweden.