Hey there, sports fans! Have you heard the exciting news from the world of snooker? 🎉
Zhao Xintong, a talented 24-year-old from China, has just won the World Snooker Championship! He beat the experienced Mark Williams from Wales with a score of 18-12 in an amazing final held in Sheffield, England.
This victory makes Zhao the first Chinese and first Asian player ever to win this prestigious tournament! 🌟
The match was super intense. Zhao was leading 17-8 and needed just one more frame (that’s like a round in snooker) to win. But Mark Williams, who is 50 years old and a three-time world champion, didn’t give up easily. He won four frames in a row, making it 17-12!
But Zhao stayed cool 😎. In the 30th frame, he made an impressive break of 87 points (that’s when a player scores lots of points without letting the other player have a turn) and secured his victory!
After the match, Zhao said, “I can’t believe it. I am so happy. It feels like a dream right now. I can’t believe it’s come true.” 🥳
Even Mark Williams praised Zhao, saying, “What a potter he is. There’s a new superstar of the game, and it’s him.”
Isn’t that awesome? Zhao Xintong is now a new superstar in snooker, inspiring many young players around the world! 🌐
Do you play snooker or pool? Maybe one day, you’ll be the next champion!
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Zhao Xintong beats Mark Williams to win World Snooker Championship
cgtn.com
