Ding Junhui, China's snooker sensation, ended a five-year title drought in dramatic fashion by defeating England's Chris Wakelin 10-7 at the WST International Championship in Nanjing! 🎉 The 15th ranking title of his career came after a nail-biting showdown that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
🔥 Comeback King Strikes Again
Trailing 4-1 early, Ding flipped the script with a four-frame streak to take control. Wakelin fought back with breaks of 82 and 89, but Ding's clutch performances in the final frames—including a 98 break that had fans roaring—sealed the deal. 🚀
\"Winning in China feels like a home victory,\" Ding said afterward. \"The support here is incredible… We all made it through together.\"
The Nanjing crowd's energy and world-class facilities got a shoutout from the champ, who last won on home soil in 2017. 🏟️
⏳ What’s Next for Ding?
This win could spark a career resurgence for the 36-year-old, whose last major title was the 2019 UK Championship. With young talent rising globally, Ding’s triumph proves experience still packs a punch. 💪
