🌍 A new star is shining in the snooker universe! China's Zhao Xintong delivered a jaw-dropping performance at the World Snooker Championship, defeating seven-time champion Ronnie O’Sullivan 17-7 in a semifinal showdown. The 28-year-old’s victory makes him only the second Asian player ever to reach the tournament’s final — and he’s now just one win away from snatching the title. 🏆
🔥 After a tense 4-4 tie on Thursday, Zhao transformed into a cue-wielding tornado on Friday, demolishing O’Sullivan 8-0 in the second session. The 49-year-old English legend, known as ‘The Rocket,’ struggled to keep pace with Zhao’s precision play. Talk about clutch under pressure! 💥
📈 Zhao’s comeback story is pure inspiration. After a 20-month suspension for betting violations, he returned last September as an amateur, grinding through qualifiers to earn his spot. Meanwhile, his triumph revives hopes for an Asian world champion — a milestone his compatriot Ding Junhui narrowly missed in 2016.
⏳ In the other semifinal, Wales’ Mark Williams and England’s Judd Trump are locked in an epic 8-8 battle, with their match resuming Saturday. Who will face Zhao in the final? Stay tuned! 🕶️
