The snooker championship arena has been full of ups and downs, with unexpected twists and turns. Who would have thought that after fierce competition, the final four would emerge with such an exciting result! Shortly after the group stage concluded, Mark Allen secured his place in the semi-finals with a 6-4 victory, becoming the first player to advance. The remaining three semi-final spots are still undecided, with the matchups between Xiao Guodong, O'Sullivan, Selby, and Murphy capturing everyone's attention. Almost every match can be described as heart-stopping, with players giving it their all like desperate soldiers. Speaking of the group stage performance, Mark Allen was undoubtedly the standout player. He started off very strong, using consecutive breaks of over 50 in the first game to leave his opponents breathless. Especially in the third game, he exploded with astonishing counterattacking power, scoring a single break of 102 points to complete a comeback from a 0-22 deficit! This strong performance by Mark Allen in the match was also commendable. Facing Brazilian player Igor Figueiredo, he was once chased down in score but ultimately won 4-2, easily advancing to the group final. Jack Jones' performance should not be overlooked either. In the match against Gary Wilson, Jones played brilliantly, especially with his century break (106 points) in the second game, which completely eliminated Wilson's ability to fight back and firmly controlled the rhythm of the game. Even though Wilson later tried to retaliate with a 120-point shot, Jones had already locked in the initiative and advanced with a 4-2 victory. In the group…

The Storm on the Billiard Table: China's Team Stages an "Ultimate Comeback"!‌ Hey, fellow billiard enthusiasts, today we're going to talk about a thrilling match - the 2024 Snooker Scottish Open! In the cold wee hours of the morning, our Chinese team unleashed their full potential in Scotland, UK, delivering a series of breathtaking encounters! To begin with, our Chinese team was well-equipped for battle, with six top-notch players ready to showcase their skills in the round of 16. After intense competition, three of our athletes successfully advanced to the quarter-finals - a cause for celebration indeed! They are Wu Yize, Xiao Guodong, and Lei Peifan, who truly made us proud! Unfortunately, Ding Junhui, Xing Zihao, and Long Zehuang were eliminated, but as they say, victory and defeat are commonplace in the martial arts world, so let's continue to cheer them on, as "the road is long, and we shall meet again"! Let's start with Wu Yize's match against Barry Hawkins. This was a tough battle, as Hawkins is a seasoned veteran with ample experience. However, Wu Yize showed no fear, despite Hawkins taking the first set. With impressive single-stroke scores of 66 and 60, Wu Yize fought back to level the score at 2-2. The subsequent rounds saw both players fiercely contesting, with Wu Yize ultimately securing victory in the decisive game through multiple successful shots - it was truly suspenseful and exciting! Moving on to Xiao Guodong's match against Stephen Maguire. Xiao Guodong was in scorching form, starting off with a century break (114 points) and three more…

The Snooker Women's World Championship has come to an end. In the final match, Bai Yulu defeated the reigning world champion Nutcharut Wongharuthai with a score of 6-5, securing her first-ever world championship trophy and becoming the first Chinese female player to achieve this honor. The final was intense and closely contested, with Bai Yulu leading 3-1 at one point before being overtaken by her opponent with a score of 4-3. At a critical moment, Bai Yulu won two consecutive games to take the lead at 5-4, only for Nutcharut Wongharuthai to level the score at 5-5. In the decisive final game, both players were cautious and made mistakes, each having a chance to win but failing to capitalize. The tension was palpable among the Chinese spectators. With only three colored balls left on the table, Bai Yulu managed to sink the crucial pink ball under pressure, securing the final with a score of 58-46. Congratulations to Bai Yulu for making history as the first Chinese female player to win the Snooker Women's World Championship. The prize money for this championship is astonishing, not £170,000 or even £250,000, but a mere £10,000. However, for female players, winning the Snooker World Championship comes with additional benefits that are quite enviable to other female players. Firstly, Bai Yulu has been granted a two-season professional qualification for the "World Snooker Tour" (WST), allowing her to participate in various ranking events alongside the large contingent of Chinese snooker players. Secondly, Bai Yulu has been invited to participate in the upcoming World Championship qualifiers. Thirdly,…

The Hangzhou Snooker Superstar Invitational officially kicked off, with two matches on the first day that were full of excitement, featuring "75" trio and Ding Junhui. Mark Williams faced off against John Higgins, while Ronnie O'Sullivan took on Ding Junhui. Yesterday's match between "75 trio" members Williams and Higgins was their 62nd career encounter, making them lifelong rivals, with Higgins currently leading 37 wins to 24. Higgins started strong with a century break to take the lead. Over the next four frames, they traded blows, each making a break of over 80, bringing the score to 3-2 in favor of Higgins. In the sixth frame, Williams had a good chance at a 147 maximum break but unfortunately missed the ninth black ball, losing out on the 147,000 RMB prize. The score then leveled at 3-3. In the final two frames, Higgins secured victory with two breaks over 70, ending the match with a 5-3 scoreline. Both players will compete in another match later. The match between O'Sullivan and Ding Junhui, which began at 19:30, was highly anticipated by many fans, hoping for an intense and exciting game. However, just like in the recent Saudi Gold Cup, O'Sullivan defeated Ding Junhui 5-1 in less than an hour. It seems that every time O'Sullivan plays against Ding Junhui, he gets particularly fired up! Throughout the match, both players played at a fast pace, with O'Sullivan making a century break in under six minutes and Ding Junhui making a break of over 70 in just over three minutes. However, O'Sullivan's form from the…

"Ding Junhui Refuses to Be Upset, Advances to the Round of 16, Scottish Open Produces Two Seats in the Round of 16, Zhang Anda Loses 2:4" Hey, fellow buddies, today we've got to talk about a thrilling snooker battle that's got everyone buzzing! In this chilly winter, the Scottish Open has brought quite a surprise to us couch potatoes. The competition is heating up as we approach the intense 32 to 16 matches, with one spectacular game after another leaving spectators spellbound. Especially Ding Junhui's match, it's just "burning" with excitement! Talking about Ding Junhui, he's truly a "treasure boy." He gave everyone a big "wow" right at the start - a 98-point shot that exploded the whole venue, making the audience so fired up that they couldn't help but shout "Ding Shen is mighty!" But who would have thought that, just like our lives, the game is always full of variables. After leading by one frame, Ding Junhui unexpectedly lost two frames in a row, causing everyone's hearts to clench, feeling so anxious that they wished they could step up and take a couple of shots themselves! But who is Ding Junhui? He's the "big boss" of Chinese snooker, how could he be defeated by such a minor setback? There he was, steadying his spirit, taking a deep breath, as if saying, "Hmph, is this all there is?" Then he began his desperate counterattack. First, a 69-point shot to secure a frame, then in the ensuing color struggle, with outstanding performance and stable mentality, he clinched victory, ultimately reversing…

On January 22, 2025, the fifth group of the Snooker Championship League concluded with a surprise result. The world number one player, Trump, lost 0-3 to the 80s veteran Matthew Selt, failing to advance to the winners' group, which was somewhat unexpected. Two world champions, Robertson and Bingham, have already been eliminated. The championship league is held twice each season, with the first event being a ranking tournament and the second an invitational. Prior to this, four players had advanced to the winners' group: Hussein Vafi, Si Jiahui, Mark Selby, and Kyren Wilson. The world number one, Trump, competed in the fifth group but lost 0-3 to Matthew Selt in the group final, an unexpected outcome. Additionally, Robertson and Bingham, two other world champions, lost their eligibility to compete. The competition used a round-robin format. Initially, Trump won all four of his matches, but then lost 2-3 to Matthew Selt in the fifth match. Later, he won against Joe O'Connor. During this period, Trump completed several century breaks, maintaining his good form from this season and demonstrating the level expected of the world number one. However, in short-format matches, it's all about on-the-spot performance. Facing the capable Matthew Selt, Trump failed to seize the opportunity. With a record of five wins and one loss in the group stage, Trump advanced to the semi-finals. He then faced Joe O'Connor again, blasting breaks of 107 and 65 points to eliminate O'Connor 3-2. In another match, Matthew Selt defeated Jack Jones 3-1. The two competed for the group championship and a spot in…

Looking back at the Snooker Q-school professional qualification tournament in 2024 was quite surprising! It's said that originally 28 Chinese players were registered to participate, but in the end, only Wang Yuchen managed to break through from the UK side and successfully obtained a two-year professional qualification! It's not easy, is it? This is not only a competition of individual player's skills but also a psychological battle as daunting as climbing Mount Everest! Let's talk about this Q-school professional qualification tournament. What is it? In fact, it is a channel provided for non-professional snooker players. Players who can pass here to obtain professional qualifications can participate in professional tour tournaments. Simply put, it gives those who haven't yet made a name for themselves a chance for rapid promotion. The competition is divided into two areas, one in the UK and the other in the Asia-Pacific region. A total of 28 players were sent from China, with 23 of them coming from the mainland. They went to the competition confidently, but... things didn't go as planned, and in the end, only Wang Yuchen saw the light of victory, while the other players returned defeated. This match was really cruel enough to make people cover their faces! Speaking of the focus of this year's Q-school competition, it must be Wang Yuchen. Not only did he overcome all obstacles in the fiercely competitive UK division, but he also eventually won a two-year professional qualification. This is an extraordinary achievement! Imagine standing on the court, he carries the hopes of all Chinese snooker fans,…

"Snooker UK Championship Report: Chinese 17-year-old rookie is shut out, eliminated due to too many mistakes" Hey, fellow fans, today we have to talk about a game that's really caught everyone off guard - it's the highlight of the Snooker UK Championship qualifiers! The UK Championship arena is filled with tension as top players from all over compete in thrilling matches. Our young Chinese players are not to be underestimated; they performed exceptionally well in the first round, with six advancing and one eliminated - what a glorious start! However, things got interesting in the second round. The first three Chinese players to take the stage had mixed results, including our "prodigy" - Gong Chenzhi. This young man made a name for himself at the Xi'an tournament, reaching the fourth round and stunning the snooker world both in China and internationally! With his consistent performance later on, Gong Chenzhi's world ranking soared to 84th - quite an achievement! But who would have thought that in the second round, Gong Chenzhi would suffer a major setback! Facing Burns, an English player ranked around 100th, this should have been an evenly matched contest, but Gong Chenzhi was shut out 0:6 and eliminated! That score is just glaring! We fans watched in disbelief, feeling a mix of emotions! Speaking of Burns, he's truly an "unknown soldier," with average results in various tournaments, nothing remarkable. More importantly, since 2019, Burns has faced Chinese players multiple times, only managing one victory against Hong Kong's Marco Fu, struggling to win against mainland Chinese players! Yet this…

The Riyadh Carnival Season Snooker Championship, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has seen the emergence of three out of four semi-finalists. This event, featuring the top ten ranked players in the world, is considered one of the most important tournaments of the season. Each match has been a classic, from the first round to the unveiling of the semi-finalists, with every player demonstrating their formidable skills. The details of each match have thrilled fans. Notably, Mark Allen's victory over Mark Selby, where he turned the game around and secured his place in the semi-finals with a score of 4-2, added significant excitement to the competition. Despite Selby's strong start, leading 2-1, Allen showcased his stability and precision, scoring high points with key breaks of 76 and 75 to win three consecutive frames and ultimately defeat Selby. This victory was not only a technical feat but also a test of psychological endurance. Allen's resilience and calm under pressure were evident as he fought back from behind. In another suspenseful match, Luca Brecel faced off against Kyren Wilson, two World Championship winners. The tension was palpable, especially during the decider after a 3-3 tie. Brecel's composure and precise control, culminating in a decisive break of 58, earned him the victory and a spot in the semi-finals. The most anticipated matchup is between Ding Junhui and Ronnie O'Sullivan. As the 36th encounter in their storied rivalry, this match promises to be legendary. Ding's recent victories and growing confidence make him a formidable opponent, while O'Sullivan's experience and skill remain potent despite recent dips…

On January 21st, Beijing time, the first day of the 5th group of the 2025 Snooker Championship League concluded. World champions Judd Trump, Neil Robertson, and Stuart Bingham competed alongside other top players such as Jack Jones, Joe O'Connor, Matthew Selt, and Tom Ford. The competition in this group was fierce, resulting in a surprising outcome where 42-year-old Neil Robertson lost nine consecutive games, ending the first day with three straight defeats and currently ranking last. Neil Robertson and Judd Trump are both post-80s superstars who once kept pace with each other. However, over the past few seasons, Neil Robertson's form has significantly declined while Judd Trump has remained strong, pulling ahead of Robertson. This season, although Neil Robertson's form seemed to be improving, his performance has been inconsistent, making it clear that he is struggling to catch up with Trump, as evidenced by his performance in the championship league. On the first day of the fifth group, Judd Trump defeated Tom Ford 3-1, Stuart Bingham 3-1, and then swept Neil Robertson 3-0 in a key match. Finally, facing Jack Jones, the runner-up of the previous World Championship, Trump scored single-stroke points of 70, 112, and 103 to win 3-1. On the first day, Trump not only won all four matches but also made three century breaks, currently leading the group standings. In contrast, Neil Robertson struggled in the group stage, narrowly defeating Matthew Selt 3-2 in his first match. He then lost 0-3 to Tom Ford, 0-3 to Trump, and 0-3 to Joe O'Connor. Apart from losing to Trump,…