In a stunning upset, China's rising star Wu Yize overpowered the world's top-ranked player, Judd Trump, in a thrilling International Championship match. But here's where it gets dramatic! Trump, a seasoned veteran, dominated the first half, leading 4-0 at the interval.
The crowd was left in awe as Wu, aged 22, unleashed an extraordinary comeback, securing six consecutive frames to seal his spot in the quarter-finals. This young talent showcased his brilliance with five breaks over 80, including a remarkable 109 in the sixth frame.
Trump, despite a recent loss in the Northern Ireland Open final, has been a force to reckon with this season. However, his last ranking title victory dates back to the UK Championship in 2024. Could this be a sign of a changing of the guard?
Wu's next challenge will be against England's Barry Hawkins, who halted the in-form Lisowski's winning streak. Lisowski, fresh from his victory over the legendary Ronnie O'Sullivan, mounted a remarkable comeback from 4-0 down, only to fall short against Hawkins in the ninth frame.
The quarter-finals promise more excitement as world champion Zhao Xintong of China faces England's Crucible legend Mark Selby, a four-time winner. The remaining last-16 matches will determine the final lineup for the prestigious last eight.
And this is the part most fans have been waiting for: last year's champion, Ding Junhui, will battle Masters champion Shaun Murphy in a highly anticipated showdown. Will the young Wu continue his fairy-tale run, or will experience prevail? The snooker world is on the edge of its seat!
