Overview

• Ronnie O’Sullivan overcame Si Jiahui 13-9 to secure a record 14th Crucible semi-final, despite admitting to subpar play and cue issues.
• Judd Trump defeated Luca Brecel 13-8, setting a new single-season century record with 104 breaks, and will face Mark Williams in the semi-finals.
• Mark Williams edged John Higgins 13-12 in a dramatic quarter-final decider, marking his eighth semi-final appearance at the World Championship.
• Zhao Xintong cruised past Chris Wakelin 13-5 to reach his first World Championship semi-final, completing a remarkable comeback from a prior suspension.
• The semi-finals, beginning May 1, feature O’Sullivan vs Zhao and Trump vs Williams, blending veteran dominance with emerging talent under intense pressure.