The Snooker Masters Tournament Concludes in Thrilling Fashion Hello, fellow snooker enthusiasts! On January 20, 2025, the Snooker Masters Tournament concluded in spectacular fashion. In this intense competition, Shaun Murphy, like a magician, defeated the newly crowned World Champion, Kyren Wilson, 10-7, securing his second Masters title. Can you imagine? This championship didn't come without its rewards, as he pocketed a hefty £350,000. Moreover, Murphy achieved a remarkable 147 maximum break during the event, his ninth in his career, earning him an additional £15,000 for the highest single-frame score. Adding it all up, Murphy's total prize money for the season, from both ranking and invitational events, reached £699,400, approximately 6.24 million yuan. This outstanding achievement propelled him three spots up to second place. I believe Murphy's performance is truly remarkable; he's the type of player who saves his best for when it matters most, always ready to explode onto the scene. Looking at Kyren Wilson, the new World Champion, who became the runner-up in this Masters. However, the runner-up position still comes with a £140,000 prize, a substantial sum for most players. This brought his total prize money for the season to £637,400, but due to not winning the title, he dropped one spot to third place. It's a pity, considering everyone had high hopes for him after his World Championship victory. Perhaps facing a strong opponent like Murphy in the Masters put some pressure on him. Ding Junhui also delivered a pleasant surprise. He rose one spot in the rankings to sixth place in this Masters. Although he was…

In the main event of the Snooker English Championship, 8 Chinese snooker players made it into the top 32, led by Ding Junhui (world No. 8), along with Xiao Guodong, Zhao Xintong, Si Jiahui, Wu Yize, He Guoqiang, Zhang Anda, and Zeng Peifan. Ding Junhui's first-round opponent is English player Michaelis. Although Ding has mostly won against him in their past matches, he has also mentioned that his performance in major tournaments often ends in early elimination, rarely advancing to the quarterfinals or semifinals. Is Ding Junhui losing his ambition to win the English Championship? In fact, Ding is very clear about his playing state. When he's at his best, he can defeat anyone. However, when he's not emotionally engaged, his shot accuracy suffers, especially on long-distance shots, where he may not be able to guarantee a successful shot, potentially giving his opponent an opportunity. Ding has fallen from being a top shot-maker to one whose form is inconsistent. It's been nearly 1798 days without a championship title! During these 1798 days, Ding has struggled immensely, even considering retirement. However, for the sake of providing a better life for his family and children, he continues to train and participate in snooker competitions around the world. At the International Championship held in Nanjing, Ding seized the opportunity and overcame challenge after challenge, truly achieving the last place. Ding lifted the long-awaited championship trophy! At that moment, his wife wept, and Ding also covered his face in tears! Ding's opponent in the first round of the English Championship is no pushover. Even…

In the final day of the 2025 Snooker Masters, Shaun Murphy faced off against Kyren Wilson in a highly anticipated English derby. This match was not only a contest between the two players but also an important moment in their careers. Prior to this, Murphy had won his first Masters title on the same day ten years ago, and now he once again lifted the trophy in this significant event. After intense competition, Murphy defeated Wilson with a score of 10-7, becoming the new Masters champion. Throughout the game, Murphy displayed exceptional form, achieving eight breaks over 50 points, including three century breaks, with the highest single break reaching 134 points. Although Wilson also performed well with six breaks over 50 points, he ultimately could not prevent Murphy's victory. After this match, Murphy added another title to his career, and he also took home a championship prize of £350,000. Combined with the £15,000 he earned for his maximum break of 147 in the semi-finals, his total prize money reached £365,000, equivalent to approximately RMB 3.52 million. It is worth noting that this match marked Murphy's third appearance in the Masters final. He had already achieved the Grand Slam feat when he first won the trophy in 2015. This latest victory brought him level with several legendary players, including Ding Junhui, in terms of the number of titles won in the "three major events," ranking him tied for 11th place. Before this, Murphy had already shown outstanding performance in various events such as the Shanghai Masters and Saudi Masters, accumulating valuable…

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…

Masters Tournament Prize List: Ding Junhui 3.6 million, champion Murphy 31.2 million, runner-up Wilson 12.4 million Beijing time January 20 news, the 2025 snooker Masters final has come to a successful conclusion. "Magician" Shaun Murphy defeated the world's second-ranked "Brother Nong" Kyren Wilson 10-7 to win the championship. On the event prize list, Murphy received 350,000 euros, Wilson received 140,000, and Ding Junhui, who reached the quarter-finals, received 40,000. In addition, he also made a single maximum of 147 points in the semi-finals.‌ The Snooker Masters is one of the three major events in snooker, an event that all players attach great importance to. This year's Masters featured three Chinese players: "China's No. 1" Ding Junhui, National Championship winner Zhang Anda, and world No. 13 Si Jiahui.‌ In the first round, Ding Junhui staged a comeback, winning two consecutive games after being down 4-5 and facing match point from his opponent, eventually reversing the three-time World Champion "Golden Left Hand" Mark Williams with a total score of 6-5. While Ding Junhui was advancing, Zhang Anda and Si Jiahui did not perform as expected, both being eliminated in the first round.‌ In the second round, "China's No. 1" Ding Junhui took the stage again, facing the world's No. 1 "Accuracy King" Judd Trump. In recent years, Ding Junhui has basically been defeated by Trump every time they met, but this time he had a perfect start, leading 3-1 in the first four games.‌ Unfortunately, he did not seize the opportunity, and in the following games, she was stunned by a 5-0…

In the quarter-finals of the Snooker Masters, Ding Junhui was reversed by Trump with a score of 6-3 after leading 3-1. Ding Junhui has not won against Trump in nearly 10 years, and his mistakes were as fierce as a tiger, causing Trump to exclaim unbelievably. Apart from the rack error, Ding Junhui did not make any other mistakes, but he was helpless because the opponent's play was too outrageous and unreasonable. Any player would lose in such a situation. For example, Ding Junhui's defensive shot at the bottom, where he placed a high-difficulty top pocket ball that most players would not attempt, but it went straight into the pocket, leaving no room for argument. Trump played exceptionally well. In the post-match interview, Trump also exclaimed unbelievably, saying that he calmed down when trailing 1-3 and maintained a belief that was close to his peak in such a level of competition. Why is Ding Junhui's mentality so unstable? He cannot concentrate for long periods, why can't he concentrate for long periods? Poor physical fitness always makes him sleepy, why doesn't he exercise and train regularly? No one manages him, and he cannot be self-disciplined. Snooker is essentially a sport, but many Chinese players treat it as a game, thinking that they can dominate the world with just their skills. Alan lost weight through hard training, becoming both offensive and defensive, improving his results quickly and steadily, and the World Championship title will surely come. Ding Junhui relies on his past achievements and is confident to the point of arrogance, lacking…

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,…