China’s snooker superstar Ding Junhui suffered a heartbreaking 5-4 loss to England’s Alfie Burden in the first round of the World Snooker Xi’an Grand Prix. The match went down to a dramatic ninth-frame decider, where Burden capitalized on Ding’s tactical misstep to clinch victory.
O’Sullivan Dominates, Talks ‘Snooker as a Bonus’
Ronnie ‘The Rocket’ O’Sullivan crushed Hong Kong, China’s Wang Yuchen 5-0, joking post-match that he’s “just here for the food and culture—snooker’s a bonus.” The 48-year-old legend admitted struggling with form but vowed to “keep showing up” as he eyes deeper tournament runs.
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Mark Selby, Judd Trump, and China’s Lyu Haotian all secured third-round spots. Fans now watch whether O’Sullivan’s lighthearted approach can outlast younger rivals in this high-stakes tournament!
Nail-Biter in Xi’an
O’Sullivan Dominates, Talks ‘Snooker as a Bonus’
Global Contenders Advance
