That match was originally thought to be one that Ding Junhui could easily win, after all, he had performed exceptionally well in previous matches and was in excellent form. However, the final result shocked everyone as Ding Junhui lost 3-4 to Brecel and failed to reach the semi-finals. The development of events was very dramatic. Ding Junhui started the match smoothly, firmly controlling the situation with a 3-1 lead. Just as he was preparing to steadily advance towards victory, a fatal mistake occurred in the fifth round. This mistake allowed Brecel to seize the opportunity, quickly turn the tide, and win three consecutive games, ultimately reversing the match. Such a result undoubtedly made Ding Junhui extremely disappointed because he not only missed the opportunity to enter the semi-finals but also ended his eight-match winning streak against Brecel, truly breaking a record—though this is a record no one wants to break. But before the shadow of the match defeat had dissipated, Ding Junhui directly vented his anger on the event organizers. After the match, Ding Junhui did not hold back and openly criticized the organizers of the Scottish Open through social media. He bluntly stated that the quality of the tables used in the competition was worrying, even describing them as nothing more than a pile of amateur tables. He mentioned that the elasticity of the tables, especially at the cushions, made him very dissatisfied, like springs, such abnormal rebounds completely affected the normal progress of the game. Ding Junhui angrily questioned: You say this is a professional event, how can…

The Chinese snooker competition is a major event that everyone pays attention to. At the competition site in Liaoning Province, the atmosphere was as festive as the Spring Festival, with the audience unable to sit still, all staring at the table, hoping for good results from our players. However, the performance in this match left us with mixed feelings, both joy and disappointment. This time, our Chinese team played a total of four matches, resulting in 2 wins and 2 losses. We wiped out the Scottish team's players, which was really exciting! But what was surprising was that both Ding Junhui and Barry Hawkins were eliminated. Speaking of Ding Junhui, everyone is very familiar with him. He is a legendary figure in our hearts. Everyone hopes he can win first place every time he competes. This time he played against Luca Brecel, and he has always been undefeated in previous encounters, but this time it was quite funny. Ding Junhui started off in poor form, somewhat passive, feeling a bit off. But fortunately, he quickly adjusted, and after a few rounds, he was really impressive, once leading 3-1. The audience began to cheer, thinking "this is stable!" But later, the situation became unfavorable. Brecel is not to be underestimated; he gradually regained his form and erased Ding Junhui's advantage bit by bit. In the end, Ding Junhui lost 3-4, which was really heartbreaking. This match not only marked his farewell to the event but also his missed opportunity for the championship dream, which is truly regrettable. Next up was Xiao…

Ding Junhui's defeat at the hands of Brecel was like a bucket of cold water on a winter day, making me shiver involuntarily. Back in college, I was a die-hard fan of Ding Junhui, skipping classes to watch his matches with an enthusiasm that still seems incredible to me now. At that time, Ding Junhui was synonymous with Chinese snooker. If anyone dared to say anything bad about him, I would definitely get into an argument. But now, as time passes and heroes grow old, this feeling is somewhat akin to watching cherished old photos turn yellow, leaving a mixed taste in my heart. This loss at the Scottish Open was indeed unexpected. Brecel had hardly ever won against Ding Junhui before, but this time he staged an astonishing comeback. Leading 3:1, the situation turned around, and the taste must have been bitterer than a cup of bitter coffee. Even more surprising was Ding Junhui's reaction after the match. Two Weibo posts directly targeted the organizers, with intense language and even swear words. This is unlike his usual style. You see, Ding Junhui always gives the impression of being calm and reserved. This time, his outburst must have been caused by something. The reports say that Ding Junhui believes there was a problem with the table, which affected his performance. As an outsider, I know nothing about the professional knowledge of snooker tables. But imagine if a painter used a rough canvas or a chef used a blunt knife like a saw, could their work be good? The same principle…

In the early hours of January 18, 2025, according to Beijing time, the last quarterfinal match of this year's Snooker Masters has concluded. The match was a fierce competition between world number 2, Kyren Wilson, and world number 8, Brecel. After an intense battle, Kyren Wilson emerged victorious with a total score of 6-4, securing his place in the semi-finals. With this victory, the top four players for the Snooker Masters have been determined. The upcoming semi-final matchups are now clear, featuring world number 1, Judd Trump, against world number 2, Kyren Wilson, and another match between world number 4, Mark Allen, and world number 7, Shaun Murphy. The final quarterfinal match of the tournament saw the reigning world champion, Kyren Wilson, face off against the 2023 world champion, Brecel. Kyren Wilson has won eight ranking event titles in his career, including the world championship title from the previous season. This season, he has been in excellent form, winning two ranking events from world number 1, Judd Trump, namely the Xi'an Grand Prix and the Northern Ireland Open. In the first round of this event, Kyren Wilson defeated China's Zhang Anda with a score of 6-4, advancing to the quarter-finals. Brecel has also claimed four ranking event titles in his career, including the world championship title in 2023. However, after winning the world championship trophy, Brecel's form took a sharp downturn, entering a slump. Last season, he was often eliminated in the first round of various ranking events, which was disappointing. This season, Brecel's form has not shown significant improvement.…

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,…

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…

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…

At 6:50 am Beijing time on January 18th, the last quarterfinal match of the 2025 Snooker Masters was concluded. Among the top eight players, only two were born in the 90s, and the competition between the champions of the last two World Championships has been decided. The 33-year-old new World Champion, Kyren Wilson, known as "The Jester," defeated the 29-year-old reigning World Champion, Luca Brecel, with a score of 6-4. The four semi-finalists have now been determined, and the semi-final matchups have been announced. Among the four semi-finalists, three are from the 80s, one is from the 90s, three hold world championship titles, all being single-crown kings; three are former Masters champions, with Judd Trump being the most outstanding among them, having won twice in 2019 and 2023. Ding Junhui, the 2011 Masters champion, was eliminated after being reversed by Trump with five consecutive victories during the day session. Xiao Bu, who had never reached the Masters final, also failed to achieve a breakthrough. On this match day, only Trump managed to score a century break, bringing his career total to 1029 century breaks, quietly closing the gap with the legendary Ronnie O'Sullivan. In the six days since the start of this Masters tournament, a total of 14 century breaks have been made. Zhang Anda's 141 points currently lead the highest single-frame score of the tournament, with a chance to win the £15,000 prize for the highest single-frame score. Snooker Masters Quarterfinal Last Match Report Luca Brecel 4:6 Kyren Wilson The two players have faced each other eight times in…

Three Seats in the Snooker Masters Semi-finals are Claimed, Judd Trump's Terrifying Form with Five Consecutive Wins, Ding Junhui Stops at Quarter-finals At 23:43 Beijing time on January 17th, the second day of the quarter-finals of the 2025 Snooker Masters, the match between Ding Junhui and Trump at the local daytime venue has been decided. Ding Junhui started by winning two consecutive frames, taking the lead and entering the interval with a 3-1 lead; however, upon returning from the break, Trump seemed to have activated an external aid, unleashing a series of five consecutive victories to secure the win. Snooker Masters Quarter-finals Second Half First Match Report Judd Trump 6:3 Ding Junhui The two players have faced each other 20 times in their careers, with Trump leading 11 wins to 9 losses. However, in the last six encounters, Trump has won five. In this match, Ding Junhui made breaks of 74 and 72 to win the first two frames, then added another break of 70 in the fourth frame to enter the interval with a 3-1 lead; Upon returning from the break, Trump, despite trailing 1-3, made one century break and four breaks over 50, winning five consecutive frames to reverse the situation and defeat Ding Junhui 6-3, advancing strongly to the semi-finals. Judd Trump made breaks of 125, 97, 75, 75, 62, and 53 throughout the match, all achieving single-frame victories. Snooker Masters Quarter-finals Final Match Schedule + Viewing Guide The format is best of 11 frames, with live broadcasts available on CCTV, Migu, Huya, and TikTok. January 3rd…

Unbelievable? This year's Snooker Masters has seen a collective explosion from the post-80s players! They've secured six of the quarter-final spots, and it's quite electrifying! Not only that, but our own Ding Junhui has advanced successfully, which is truly exciting news! First, let's talk about this Masters tournament. The prize money is quite enticing, with the champion taking home a whopping £350,000. Wow, just thinking about it gets you excited! However, reigning champion O'Sullivan has withdrawn, creating opportunities for other players. The biggest highlight of this tournament must be the strong performance of the post-80s players; they've even pushed out the "Three Musketeers of '75"! Look at Higgins, who was leading by a lot but ended up being reversed, what a rollercoaster! And Ding Junhui, his match against Ma Shu was so thrilling, ultimately losing by a narrow margin, though regrettable, it also showcased his skills. Next, let's focus on some of the exciting matchups. Karen Wilson versus Zhang Anda, the game process was heart-pounding! Zhang Anda scored an impressive 141 points in one game, the highest score of the tournament, amazing! Unfortunately, he still lost to Wilson with a score of 6-4. Imagine if Zhang Anda had seized the final opportunity, wouldn't the outcome have been vastly different? Another exciting match was between Luca Brecel and Chris Wakelin. These two players haven't faced each other much before, but their head-to-head was filled with excitement. Brecel eventually won 6-3, securing victory. You see, in this game, it's really hard to say who will win or lose! Now, the quarter-finals matchups…