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O’Sullivan and Zhao Deadlocked in World Snooker Championship Semi-Final

The seven-time champion and first-time semi-finalist are tied 4-4 after a gripping opening session at the Crucible Theatre.

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O’Sullivan played his best snooker of the tournament so far, but was unable to stay ahead against Zhao
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Overview

  • Ronnie O’Sullivan, chasing a record eighth title, faces Zhao Xintong in a best-of-33 semi-final at the 2025 World Snooker Championship.
  • The opening session ended 4-4, with Zhao achieving the highest break of the match so far with an 86 to level the score.
  • Zhao, playing in his first semi-final after a 20-month ban for betting offences, showed composure against his mentor and childhood hero.
  • A broken pocket rail during Zhao’s final frame of the session added a dramatic twist, halting O’Sullivan’s momentum.
  • The winner of this semi-final will face either Judd Trump or Mark Williams in the championship final starting May 4.