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Zhao Xintong

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Zhao Xintong Opens World Title Defence With 10–7 Win at the Crucible

The win extends a comeback that followed a 20‑month betting suspension.

World Snooker Championship Draw Pairs O’Sullivan With Debutant He Guoqiang