The snooker world is buzzing after 28-year-old world champion Zhao Xintong delivered a masterclass against veteran Ding Junhui at the WST Shanghai Masters! 🏆 In a thrilling all-Chinese quarterfinal clash, Zhao dominated with a 6-1 victory, showcasing jaw-dropping breaks of 134, 132, and 119. Talk about *precision*! 🎯
Ding, 38, fought back briefly with an 84 break in the third frame, but Zhao’s relentless form left little room for a comeback. “I just focused on my pace and control,” Zhao said post-match, while Ding admitted, “Zhao grabbed every chance – he was unstoppable.”
Next up? Zhao faces England’s Kyren Wilson, who knocked out snooker legend Ronnie O’Sullivan. 🤯 Who’s ready for more high-stakes cue action? Let the semifinals begin! 👏
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Zhao eases past Ding to advance to semifinals at WST Shanghai Masters
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