Zhao impresses in seeing off Jones at Crucible

World Snooker Champs star makes 'shot of the tournament' with Mark Allen in awe

Mark Allen couldn't hold back his praise for Si Jiahui as the Chinese snooker sensation pulled off a "ridiculous" shot against David Gilbert.

Snooker star lauded by Ronnie O'Sullivan wins on World Championship return after match-fixing ban

Snooker star lauded by Ronnie O'Sullivan wins on World Championship return after match-fixing ban - Zhao Xintong has made a triumphant return to the World Snooker Championship, defeating last year's finalist Jak Jones 10-4 in the first round

Zhao impresses in seeing off Jones at Crucible

Zhao Xintong has his sights on becoming China's first world snooker champion after blazing into round two with a 10-4 win over last year's runner-up Jak Jones at the Crucible.

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.

Jak Jones makes huge Zhao Xintong claim after Crucible defeat to returning star

Zhao Xintong is in imperious form in Sheffield (Picture: Getty Images) No one is playing better than Zhao Xintong right now, says Jak Jones, who would not be surprised to see the returning star win this year’s World Snooker Championship. The 28-year-old is back at the Crucible for the first time since 2022 after being hit with a ban for his involvement in snooker’s biggest match-fixing scandal. The Chinese talent has looked better than ever on h…

World Championship star who’s married to ref nearly didn’t make it to Crucible after almost blacking out while driving

SNOOKER QUALIFIER Ben Woollaston nearly never made it to the Crucible after almost blacking out while driving. Woollaston – whose wife is top referee Tatiana – has been battling chronic fatigue syndrome since he had a Covid vaccination jab four years ago. Getty Ben Woollaston has been battling chronic fatigue syndrome[/caption] PA Ben Woollaston nearly never made it to the Crucible.[/caption] Before he won two qualifying rounds – and secured his…