In an electrifying showdown at the World Snooker International Championship in Nanjing, home hero Ding Junhui delivered a stellar performance, sweeping England's 12-time women's world champion Reanne Evans with a commanding 6-0 victory. 🎉
The atmosphere was buzzing as Evans, renowned for her ten consecutive world titles from 2005 to 2014, showcased her legendary skill with a stunning long red. But Ding was quick on the cue! With a brilliant combo, he clinched the first frame with a break of 59. The world number nine didn't stop there, overcoming hurdles to seize the next two frames, cruising to a 3-0 lead. 🚀
Evans, currently ranked third in the women's world rankings, missed a critical red, giving Ding an opening he couldn't resist. The 37-year-old maestro capitalized with a break of 69, pushing the score to 4-0. Keeping his momentum, Ding notched up a 71 in the fifth frame, making it 5-0. 🎯
The final frame was the cherry on top! Ding dominated with the only century break of the match, a dazzling 124, sealing his 6-0 triumph. Up next, he'll face England's Martin O'Donnell. The excitement doesn't stop! 🏆
Earlier in the day, snooker fans were treated to another thrilling match as Ronnie O'Sullivan faced off against women's world number one Mink Nutcharut. O'Sullivan had a rocky start, allowing Nutcharut to snag the first frame with an impressive break of 84. But like a plot twist in your favorite series, the seven-time world champion bounced back, leveling the score with a 124 break. 🎬
The 48-year-old icon kept the pressure on, taking the next three frames for a 4-1 lead. Nutcharut showcased true fighting spirit, clawing back two frames to tighten the gap at 4-3. However, O'Sullivan proved why he's a legend, winning the eighth frame and wrapping up the match with a spectacular 132 break. He advances to meet China's He Guoqiang next. Stay tuned for more snooker action! 🎱🔥
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Ding Junhui beats Evans at World Snooker International Championship
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