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Zhao Xintong Defeats Ronnie O’Sullivan to Reach World Snooker Championship Final

The 28-year-old Chinese player ended O’Sullivan’s bid for an eighth title with a dominant 17-7 victory, becoming only the second Chinese finalist in the tournament’s history.

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Snooker - World Snooker Championship - The Crucible Theatre, Sheffield, Britain - May 2, 2025 England's Ronnie O'Sullivan reacts during his semi final match against China's Zhao Xintong Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers
Snooker - World Snooker Championship - The Crucible Theatre, Sheffield, Britain - May 2, 2025 England's Ronnie O'Sullivan reacts during his semi final match against China's Zhao Xintong Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers

Overview

  • Zhao Xintong secured a commanding 17-7 win over Ronnie O’Sullivan, completing the match with a session to spare at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.
  • Zhao delivered an 8-0 whitewash during the Friday morning session, marking only the fourth time O’Sullivan has suffered such a defeat at the World Championship.
  • Ronnie O’Sullivan struggled throughout the match, hindered by equipment adjustments and a lack of competitive play since January.
  • Zhao, who returned to snooker last year after a 20-month suspension related to a match-fixing investigation, is now aiming to become the first Chinese World Snooker Champion.
  • He awaits the winner of the other semi-final between Judd Trump and Mark Williams, which is tied at 8-8 going into Saturday’s final sessions.