Snooker always gives people a sense of aloofness, but recently, the performance of our Chinese players on the court has made me shout with excitement. The feeling of tension and excitement is just like watching a TV series that makes you unable to stop.
Xiao Guodong's performance in the Hangzhou exhibition match was really amazing. At the beginning, he was tightly suppressed by Mark Williams, and the embarrassing scene made me anxious for him. But this kid stubbornly fought back with an indomitable spirit, turning the score from 1-3.
When that 147-point perfect break was made, the atmosphere of the entire venue changed. The applause and cheers of the audience were endless, even the usually serious referee couldn't help but show a smile. Such a highlight moment is really rare.
Speaking of the value of this 147 points, it is not just a high technical performance, but more importantly, it is able to maintain such a stable touch under that kind of pressure. This kind of psychological quality is really remarkable.
When Xiao Guodong received the 147,000 yuan prize, his expression was particularly real. That excited yet somewhat disbelieving look made him seem very down-to-earth, without any airs of a professional player.
The match between Ding Junhui and Trump was like a living inspirational film. When he was trailing 1-4, I thought the game was over. Who knew that the plot turned out to be completely unexpected.
When Trump made a 147, everyone in the field thought the outcome had been decided. But Ding Junhui just wouldn't give up, chasing points one after another with a focused gaze that left a deep impression, as if returning to his peak state.
In the last crucial shot, Ding Junhui's performance was textbook-level, especially the positioning of that red ball, which was like carving a work of art with billiards, captivating the audience.
Pang Junxu's performance in the Champions League gave people hope for the new generation of Chinese snooker. His three century breaks showed a stability that was not typical of a young player.
Facing Wakelin, Pang Junxu played with a particularly relaxed attitude, completely unpressured by his opponent's fame. The 3-0 sweep record said it all.
The match against Slessor was even more exciting. A long-range shot at a critical moment was so beautiful that even the commentator couldn't help but praise it repeatedly. This kind of skill is really not something an average person can pull off.
Although he eventually lost to Ryan Day, his overall performance was already quite good, especially in handling key points, showing a maturity beyond his age.
Every time I see Chinese players perform brilliantly on the international stage, I feel particularly proud. This feeling is like seeing your own child get good grades in an exam.
Nowadays, snooker matches are becoming more and more exciting. Not only has there been a technical improvement, but more importantly, the games have become more enjoyable to watch, attracting more people to pay attention to this sport.
I used to think that snooker was a niche sport, but now it seems that it is becoming more and more popular, especially among young people, where it has established a certain fan base.
The efforts and dedication of these players are truly worthy of our respect. Behind every brilliant moment lies countless hours of hard training and perseverance.