China's snooker star Xiao Guodong delivered a masterclass in resilience, defeating three-time world champion Mark Williams 6-3 in a nail-biting Wuhan Open semi-final clash! 🌟 The 36-year-old defending champion showcased nerves of steel to secure his spot in Saturday's final against Gary Wilson.
In a match packed with edge-of-the-seat action, Xiao broke Williams' momentum with a crucial 75-point break in the fifth frame. Though the Welsh legend fought back to level at 3-3, Xiao fired an 80-point break to regain control. The decider saw Williams build a 58-point lead before a costly blue-ball mistake opened the door for Xiao's championship-winning 68-point clearance. 💥
"This victory means everything," said Xiao after the match. "Beating a legend like Mark gives me huge confidence for the final." The best-of-19-frame showdown promises fireworks as Xiao aims to defend his title. 🚀
