The Northern Ireland Open has been a thrilling event, with upsets and surprises that have kept viewers on the edge of their seats. The first round of 64 to 32 matches has been particularly exciting, with many fans exclaiming at the unexpected results, almost as if it were a tournament of upsets. Already, five top 16 players in the world rankings have been eliminated from the competition, making it feel like a rollercoaster ride. This includes familiar names such as Selby and Zhang Anda, which has left many people stunned. The advancing players include several lesser-known young talents, especially the impressive performances by Chinese athletes. Among them, Selby, ranked fourth in the world, faced Heathcote, and despite being expected to win easily, he was surprisingly knocked out of the top 32 by Heathcote! Heathcote defeated Selby 4-3 in the first round, causing quite a stir. It's quite rare for a player ranked much lower than Selby to take down such a top-tier competitor. From the start of the match, Selby seemed off, allowing Heathcote to seize opportunities and score repeatedly. Heathcote played three breaks over 60 throughout the game, maintaining both momentum and rhythm, which was truly unexpected. After winning 4-3, Heathcote's advancement also marked his best personal performance to date, undoubtedly a highlight of his career. As for Zhang Anda, ranked 11th in the world, he too was eliminated in the first round. On this Northern Irish stage, he did not display his usual prowess. It could be due to poor form or an unsuitable match rhythm, but it…