Hello everyone, take 10 minutes to talk about the Masters. The 2025 Masters is in full swing, and the top 8 players have been determined. The upper half of the draw includes Neil Robertson, Shaun Murphy, Mark Allen, and Mark Selby, while the lower half includes Trump, Ding Junhui, Kyren Wilson, and Brecel. Who is the favorite to win has become a hot topic among fans. As the defending champion who unexpectedly withdrew from the tournament, O'Sullivan also joined the discussion on this topic. O'Sullivan stated that he strongly supports Trump as the biggest winner, but questioned Mark Selby's belief in winning the championship. If Selby can firm up his belief, he has the strength to stop Trump. Undoubtedly, as the world's number one player, Trump is known for his precise long shots and smooth playing style. He is a strong contender for the championship in any event. Moreover, this season, Trump has won the Shanghai Masters, Saudi Masters, and the UK Championship, and in the 20 tour events he participated in, he has at least reached the quarter-finals in 19 of them. With such a terrifying competitive state, it's no wonder that O'Sullivan supports Trump. Many fans also support O'Sullivan's point of view. O'Sullivan believes that Trump's competitive strength and current form make him qualified to be the favorite to win every event, and the Masters is no exception. Moreover, in the first round of the game, Trump's performance further confirmed O'Sullivan's view. He easily defeated Barry Hawkins 6-1 in just 106 minutes. Apart from Trump, what about the…

The recently concluded snooker masters tournament has left fans feeling a mixture of excitement and regret. Ding Junhui's valiant efforts on the court were inspiring, but the eventual comeback against him was disheartening. The competition is akin to a battlefield, and it is heart-wrenching to see someone as confident as Ding falter before the world's number one player, Judd Trump. At the start of the match, Ding was at the peak of his game. His precise attacks and stable defense ignited expectations. He went on a rampage, delivering impressive shots, especially in the second round where he cleared the table with a continuous shot, demonstrating his true prowess. This was not just a display of skill but also a test of mental fortitude. Each shot seemed to declare to the audience, "Today, I am here to compete for the championship!" However, the unpredictability of the game made this hopeful dream fragile and fleeting before the Rising Star. As the world's top-ranked player, Trump bore immense pressure and expectations. Instead of being intimidated, he gradually regained his form amidst adversity. Upon entering the arena, his composure and confidence radiated, exerting significant psychological pressure on his opponents. Faced with Ding's remarkable performance, he did not give up but instead responded calmly, adjusting his tactics to gradually close the score gap. This shift captivated the audience and posed a significant challenge to Ding. As the match progressed, Ding appeared to be increasingly passive. He began making mistakes, and his once fluid shots became hesitant. Every missed opportunity dealt a significant blow to his…

Watching a game is really not something you should do if you have a favorite player, as it can be quite nerve-wracking. Honestly, when Ding Junhui played against Old Ma in the previous round and I watched him make an over-score shot in the last game, I was more nervous than he was, but fortunately, he won. This time against Xiao Te, I didn't predict the beginning or the end. Who would have thought that a 1-3 score could turn into 4-3, causing both joy and sorrow for different people! After the intermission, Xiao Te's state was indeed different; he must have used the 15 minutes to quickly find his touch. Immediately after returning, Trump was very fierce, directly winning with a single stroke, leaving no chance for Ding Junhui. There's nothing we can do; Xiao Te is just accurate, with a stronger ability to seize the opportunity to play than Ding Junhui. In the sixth round, it was really awkward. Xiao Te was still accurately on the long table, but unfortunately, there were no more chances after six points. The two entered the defensive phase, where Ding Junhui, with the help of luck, made a very good defense. Xiao Te had a good idea, preparing to hook and stick. A miraculous scene unfolded: the red ball seemed about to enter the middle pocket but stopped at the mouth of the bag. If this shot had gone in, it would have been Xiao Te's turning point, but unfortunately, he gave Ding Junhui a pocket ball. Although the ball formation was…

6-3! 6-4! The Top Four of the Masters Are Out: The World's Top Two Face Off in a Peak Match, and the Only Chinese Player Is Eliminated On January 18th, Beijing time, the last two quarter-finals of the 2025 Snooker Masters have concluded. Trump defeated Ding Junhui 6-3, and Kyren Wilson overcame Brecel 6-4. Including Murphy and Mark Allen who advanced earlier, the top four of the Masters have been determined. The two semi-finals have also been set: the world's top two, Trump and Kyren Wilson, will face off at the peak, while Murphy and Mark Allen will compete for another place in the final. Si Jiahui and Zhang Anda were eliminated in the first round, leaving Ding Junhui as the only Chinese player to reach the quarter-finals after his thrilling 6-5 victory over Mark Williams. However, in the battle for the top eight, Ding Junhui was also eliminated, losing five consecutive games and falling 3-6 to world number one Trump after leading 3-1 in total points. In the first four rounds of the first half, Ding Junhui almost seized all opportunities, making three shots over 70 points to lead Trump 3-1 in total points. However, after the intermission, Trump exploded with a frenzy, directly winning five consecutive games to reverse Ding Junhui 6-3. Throughout the game, Trump made a century break and five shots over 50 points, while Ding Junhui only had three shots over 70 points in the first half. In the entire second half, Trump continuously made single shots of 97, 53, 125, 62, and 75 points,…

Today is January 18th, and the last two quarter-final matches of the 2025 Snooker Masters have just concluded. Ding Junhui lost to Trump 3-6 and stopped at the top 8, failing to advance to the semi-finals, which is quite a pity. In another match, Kyren Wilson defeated Luca Brecel 6-4 to secure the last ticket to the semi-finals. The four finalists have now been determined: Shaun Murphy, Mark Allen, Judd Trump, and Kyren Wilson. As one of the three major events in snooker, the Masters has high standards and generous prizes, with only the top 16 ranked players in the world eligible to participate. The champion's prize is £350,000, the runner-up's prize is £140,000, and the player's appearance fee is £25,000. This makes it an event that many snooker athletes aspire to compete in. Among the 16 participants, there are three Chinese players: Ding Junhui, Si Jiahui, and Zhang Anda, all of whom have now been eliminated. Si Jiahui and Zhang Anda were eliminated in the first round, while Ding Junhui made it to the second round. Here are the details of the two recently concluded matches: Ding Junhui 3-6 Trump Ding Junhui's career has recently hit a low point, forming a stark contrast to his impressive debut. Apart from winning the National Championship last year, he has mostly been eliminated in the first or second rounds of other competitions, with few breakthroughs, causing heartache for many. There are already doubts about his status as China's number one snooker player. In this quarter-final, Ding was leading 2-0 but was reversed…

On January 18th, according to Beijing time, the 2025 Snooker Masters is still in progress. There has been a significant change in this event, with defending champion O'Sullivan, who holds the title of eight-time Masters champion, choosing to withdraw from the competition. In such circumstances, Neil Robertson, a Grand Slam winner, has been given the opportunity to participate as a replacement. It is worth noting that three Chinese players participated in this tournament, but only Ding Junhui managed to advance to the quarter-finals. In the upcoming second round of the quarter-finals, the match format is set as best of 11 frames: In the highly anticipated match, Murphy faced off against Neil Robertson in an exciting battle between the "Five Tigers of the 80s." Both players are no strangers to success, with one being a former World Championship winner. During the match, Murphy's performance was outstanding, as he delivered five consecutive frames with scores above 50, including a century break and a stunning 120-point winning shot. This victory brought his career total of century breaks to 689, solidifying his position at seventh in the historical rankings. Throughout the match, Murphy maintained an advantage, leading 1-0 at one point and eventually expanding it to 4-1, ultimately securing his place in the semi-finals with a decisive 6-2 victory. The encounter between Allen and Selby was a clash between players born in the 80s. On one side was Allen, who had reached the semi-finals of the World Championship, while on the other was Selby, a four-time World Championship winner. Allen's performance in this match…

According to the latest news from the British Metro on January 18, 2025, four-time world champion Mark Selby is very dissatisfied with the snooker table conditions at Alexandra Palace during his classic match against Allen. Selby expressed in an interview that he believes the condition of the snooker table is terrible and he has not made any excuses for himself. In the quarterfinals of the Masters against Allen, Selby lost 2-6 in a long match and was eliminated in the top eight. When talking about the snooker table in this match, Selby said that it was obvious in the fourth game that the table was tilted to the right. Moreover, Selby also thinks that Allen had excellent luck, which made him feel that some things were destined. After losing the key match, Selby was obviously very dissatisfied with the snooker table. In this classic match, Allen won the victory in three crucial games with long duration and close scores. Compared to the final score, the actual gap between the two players was very close. When talking about this match, Selby said: "The fourth game was the most obvious one. I could clearly feel that the snooker table was completely tilted to the right when I hit two shots. When I tried to play a safe shot with the red ball, I couldn't put it in the pocket because the black ball blocked the line." "When I hit half a ball, it actually became a whole ball because the table was tilted to the right. I was helpless and really felt…

With the conclusion of the last quarter-final match, where world number two Kyren Wilson defeated Luca Brecel 6-4, the lineup for the semi-finals of the 2025 Masters has been finalized. It features world number one Judd Trump, second-ranked Wilson, fourth-ranked Mark Allen, and seventh-ranked Shaun Murphy! Judd Trump's consecutive five victories, resulting in a 6-3 comeback against Ding Junhui, broke the season prize money record and created new history! With his entry into the semi-finals, Trump's total prize money for this season has reached an impressive £1,295,200. Not only has he set a new career high, but he has also surpassed the record previously held by Ronnie O'Sullivan during the 23/24 season, successfully making history! The key point is that there are still seven events left in this season, with the Masters not yet concluded. Trump's record is expected to continue growing! Trump started off strong with a 6-1 victory over Hawkins. In his match against Ding Junhui, he displayed a "world-class dominance," achieving a five-match winning streak to complete the comeback, maintaining an absolute advantage throughout. The second-ranked Wilson triumphed over the Belgian Bullet in today's early hours, showcasing his skills with five breaks over 50 and securing a 6-4 victory over Brecel to advance to the semi-finals. He will face Trump in the semi-finals. This semi-final match is a true showdown between the world's number one and two players, a fitting peak confrontation! In their 33 historical encounters, Trump leads with 19 victories. However, in their most recent meeting, Wilson emerged victorious with a 10-8 win in the…

Ding Junhui Wins 5-4, Defeating Trump in Thrilling Finale at the Masters: From a 3-1 Lead to a Big Comeback of 5-0 At 1:18 am Beijing time on January 18th, the 2025 Snooker Masters continued. In a focus match of the quarter-finals, "China's No. 1" Ding Junhui missed a good opportunity. He was leading 3-1 but suddenly lost his accuracy, losing five consecutive games and eventually losing 3-6 to world No. 1 Trump. In the first round, Ding Junhui eliminated Williams with a score of 6-5. The Snooker Masters is one of the three major snooker events, which all players attach great importance to. Last season, "China's No. 1" Ding Junhui made a maximum break of 147 points in the competition, but unfortunately lost to his old rival "Rocket" Ronnie O'Sullivan in the end. In this year's Masters, Ding Junhui encountered another old rival, "Accuracy King" Trump. In the first round, Ding Junhui reversed and eliminated Williams, one of the "Three Musketeers of the 1970s and 1980s," with a score of 6-5. In the first game of this match, Ding Junhui took the lead by scoring several times, winning 75-35 and leading 1-0. In the second game, Williams fought back through piecemeal play, winning 72-17 and leveling the score to 1-1. In the third game, Ding Junhui scored a single shot of 69 points, winning 76-48 and leading again at 2-1. In the fourth game, Williams scored a single shot of 57 points, winning 60-23 and leveling the score to 2-2 again. In the fifth game, after a short intermission,…

This morning, the last quarterfinal match of the Snooker Masters was completed. World number one Judd Trump overcame an unfavorable start of being 1-3 down and turned it around with a streak of five consecutive wins, eliminating his opponent 6-3. In doing so, he not only sent China's top player Ding Junhui to his third consecutive defeat but also surpassed Ronnie O'Sullivan to set a new record. In the upcoming semifinals, Trump will face eight-time champion Kyren Wilson, aiming for a great achievement. Judd Trump is a member of the post-80s Five Tigers, a world champion, and a Grand Slam winner. He has won eight titles since last season, with unrivaled dominance, maintaining his position at the top of the world rankings. In the 2024/2025 season, Trump won both the Saudi Masters and the UK Championship, proclaiming his ambition to win the four major tournaments in a single season, which has drawn attention. Ding Junhui made a triumphant return this season, winning the National Championship and ending a five-year title drought. However, he has lost both recent matches against Trump, with little chance of victory. In last night's match, Ding started off strong with a clean 3-1 lead in the first four frames, scoring three breaks of over 70. After the interval, Ding seemed like a different person, while Trump returned to his familiar "cheat code" state, making precise shots and winning five consecutive frames with a single break, achieving three shutouts, and stopping Ding at 6-3 to advance to the semifinals. After one 6-3 victory, Trump secured a minimum…