World Snooker Championship Drama Unfolds in Sheffield
China's snooker star Xiao Guodong delivered a nail-biting performance against Scotland's John Higgins on Thursday, locking their first-round match at 4-4. The World No. 3 Higgins started strong with a 131-break, but Xiao fought back with a fiery 114-century run 🔥 to briefly lead 4-3. Higgins snatched the final frame with a 79-break to level the score.
🗣️ 'I need to stay focused for tomorrow,' Xiao told reporters after the match, hinting at Friday's high-stakes second session.
Upset Alert: Selby Stunned by Friend Woollaston
In another jaw-dropper, four-time champion Mark Selby fell 10-8 to close friend Ben Woollaston ⚡. The 46-minute final frame saw Selby miss a critical red, letting Woollaston advance to face China's rising talent Si Jiahui next. Will we see another Asian player shine? 🤔
The tournament continues with more edge-of-your-seat action this weekend! 🎯
