Exciting times at the World Snooker Tour's World Open in Yushan, Jiangxi Province! 🌟 China's top players, Ding Junhui and Zhou Yuelong, made impressive strides into the last 16, thrilling fans with their incredible performances.
Ding Junhui's Comeback Victory 🎱
In a nail-biting third-round match, China's Ding Junhui edged out Iran's Hossein Vafaei with a 5-3 win. After Vafaei took an early lead of 3-2, Ding showcased his resilience by clinching three consecutive frames. A standout moment was Ding's stunning 119 break in the third frame, earning him roaring applause from the crowd. Next up, Ding faces the formidable Shaun Murphy, who wowed everyone with a maximum 147 break!
Zhou Yuelong Upsets Kyren Wilson 🔥
Not to be outdone, Zhou Yuelong also advanced to the last 16 by defeating World No. 2 Kyren Wilson in a thrilling 5-4 match. Zhou started strong with two century breaks, building a 4-0 lead. Despite Wilson's fierce comeback, Zhou remained cool and collected, securing the final frame with grace. His next challenge? Facing Scotland's legendary John Higgins.
Both Ding and Zhou have shown incredible skill and determination, setting the stage for some epic showdowns ahead. Stay tuned and cheer them on as they aim for the championship!
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Snooker: Ding edges Vafaei, Zhou upsets Wilson to advance to last 16
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