🎱 Ding Junhui kicked off his WST International Championship in Nanjing, east China’s Jiangsu Province, in style, breezing past England’s Michael Holt 6-1. The home favorite hit back-to-back monster breaks of 134 and 97 to grab an early edge, then sealed the deal with an 86 break in frame seven. Next up? Another English contender, Liam Highfield.
Meanwhile, rising star Zhao Xintong also made waves by besting fellow Chinese talent Fan Zhengyi 6-2. After a tight 2-2 start, Zhao pulled ahead with a clutch 63-62 comeback and wrapped up the win in two straight frames. Up next for Zhao is compatriot Lei Peifan—set for an all-Chinese showdown! 🌟
With top pros delivering high-octane action, the Nanjing arena is serving pure snooker 🔥. Can Ding keep the momentum? Will Zhao’s hot streak continue? Stay tuned as the tournament unfolds! 🙌
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Ding Junhui eases through 1st round at WST International Championship
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