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Who is Zhao Xintong? Chinese star who thrashed Ronnie O'Sullivan at World Snooker Championship

Former UK and Berlin Masters champion looking to become China’s very first Crucible winner after returning from 20-month ban

Evening Standard

2025 World Snooker Championship Day Six Prediction, Best Bets & Tips

Follow our snooker betting tips for day six of the World Snooker Championship at the Crucible

The Independent UK

Zhao Xintong laser-focused on World Championship glory after beating Jak Jones

The 28-year-old from Xian made the most of his 20-month ban for his involvement in a betting scandal by having laser surgery on his eyes.

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Chris Wakelin holds off Neil Robertson to reach second round for the first time

The former world champion bowed out on day two of the 2025 event.

The Independent UK

Eyes on the prize as Mark Williams overcomes Wu Yize in Crucible thriller

The Welsh left-hander won the last two frames to reach the last 16.

The Independent UK

Xiao Guodong and Zhao Xintong continue Chinese charge at World Championship

Xiao followed compatriot Lei Peifan into the last 16 after completing a 10-4 victory over qualifier Matt Selt.

The Independent UK

Crucible Curse continues as Kyren Wilson loses in deciding-frame thriller

The defending champion lost 10-9 to China’s world number 39 Lei Peifan.

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Kyren Wilson leads Lei Peifan in first round of World Championship

Wilson is bidding to become the first first-time winner to retain his title at the Crucible.

The Independent UK

Neil Robertson survives scare from Lei Peifan to stay on track at English Open

Defending champion Robertson and UK Championship winner Mark Allen progressed to the second round.

The Independent UK

Iranian snooker player set to make history with World Championship debut

Iranian star Hoseein Vafaei made history by becoming the first snooker player from his country to qualify for the World Championship after beating Lei Peifan 10-9

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