Zhao Xintong Advances to Quarter-Finals After Defeating Ding Junhui at World Snooker Championship
Zhao Xintong holds off Ding Junhui in tense battle to reach Crucible quarters
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Zhao Xintong secured a spot in the quarter-finals of the World Snooker Championship with a 13-9 victory over Ding Junhui. Despite initial nerves, Zhao capitalized on Ding's mistakes and delivered a notable break of 108, setting up a clash with Shaun Murphy.
- 01Zhao Xintong defeated Ding Junhui 13-9 to reach the quarter-finals.
- 02Zhao achieved a significant break of 108 in the penultimate frame.
- 03Mark Selby and Wu Yize ended their first session tied at 4-4.
- 04Ronnie O'Sullivan leads John Higgins 6-2 heading into their evening session.
- 05Neil Robertson and Chris Wakelin also resume their match at 4-4.
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Zhao Xintong moved closer to overcoming the 'Crucible Curse' by defeating compatriot Ding Junhui 13-9 in the World Snooker Championship. Zhao, who is aiming to become the first first-time winner to retain the title, started the match with a 9-7 lead but faced a challenging opening frame, which Ding won. However, Zhao capitalized on Ding's errors and produced a break of 108 in the penultimate frame to secure his victory. He will next face Shaun Murphy in the quarter-finals. Meanwhile, Mark Selby, a four-time world champion, fought back to tie his match against Wu Yize at 4-4, having initially led with breaks of 124 and 129. Other matches are also closely contested, with Neil Robertson and Chris Wakelin tied at 4-4, and Ronnie O'Sullivan leading John Higgins 6-2.
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