Zhao Xintong’s 20-Year Path to Snooker Glory
Discover how Zhao Xintong’s 20-year journey from youth prodigy to Asia’s first snooker world champion unfolded in a tale of talent, setbacks and triumph.
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Zhao Xintong Makes History as First Asian to Win World Snooker Championship
Zhao Xintong defeats Mark Williams 18-12 to become the first Asian player to win the World Snooker Championship in Sheffield.
Zhao Xintong storms to 11-6 lead in Crucible snooker final
China’s Zhao Xintong seized an 11-6 lead over Mark Williams at the Crucible, aiming to become his country’s first snooker world champion.
Mark Williams Stuns Judd Trump to Reach World Snooker Final
Mark Williams overturned a 7-3 deficit to beat Judd Trump 17-14 in Sheffield, becoming the oldest World Snooker finalist set to face Zhao Xintong.
Zhao Xintong Defeats O’Sullivan 17-7 to Reach World Championship Final
China’s Zhao Xintong surged past Ronnie O’Sullivan 17-7 to reach the World Snooker Championship final, one win away from making history as the first Asian champion.
Zhao Xintong, O’Sullivan Level 4-4 in World Snooker Semifinal
Zhao Xintong from the Chinese mainland and England’s Ronnie O’Sullivan battled to a thrilling 4-4 tie in the first session of their World Snooker Championship semifinal.
Zhao Xintong Reaches First World Snooker Championship Semifinals
Zhao Xintong from the Chinese mainland storms into his first World Snooker Championship semifinals, setting up a dream clash with Ronnie O’Sullivan.
Zhao Xintong Nears Semis as O’Sullivan Dominates at Crucible
Zhao Xintong leads Chris Wakelin 12–4 and needs one more frame for a historic semifinal spot, while Ronnie O’Sullivan holds a 6–2 edge over Si Jiahui at the Crucible.
Zhao Xintong Reaches World Snooker Quarters as Trump Joins 100 Century Club
Zhao Xintong of the Chinese mainland fights back to reach the World Snooker Championship quarterfinals in Sheffield, while Judd Trump celebrates his 100th century break.
Zhao Xintong Sets Up Historic All-China Clash After Beating Jones
Amateur Zhao Xintong reached round two at the World Snooker Championships with a 10-4 win over Jak Jones, setting up an all-China clash with Lei Peifan.