Chinese snooker star Ding Junhui’s quest to reclaim championship glory hit another roadblock this weekend as world No. 2 Judd Trump clinched the World Open title with a dominant 10-4 victory. Despite roaring support from his home crowd, Ding couldn’t overcome Trump’s precision in the final showdown.
Ding’s journey to the final was a rollercoaster of grit and skill, including a thrilling semifinal clash against Neil Robertson. But fatigue from that high-stakes match seemed to dim his signature attacking flair, leaving an opening for Trump to dominate the table.
While Trump didn’t deliver his sharpest performance this season, his ability to capitalize on critical moments sealed the deal. Fans are left wondering: When will Ding, once hailed as China’s snooker trailblazer, break his four-year trophy drought?
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Ding Junhui remains the last man standing in Chinese snooker
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