Zhao's title success at world championships shines light on snooker's growth in China

Zhao's title success at world championships shines light on snooker's growth in China

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Zhao Xinton Creates History, Becomes China's First World Snooker Champion

Zhao Xintong became the first Chinese player to win the World Snooker Championship as the qualifier completed his stunning march to the title with a 18-12 victory against Mark Williams in the final.

World Snooker Championships: Zhao Xintong to celebrate with a drink after Crucible win

Zhao Xintong says he "can't believe" what he's achieved after becoming the first player from China to win the World Snooker Championship with an 18-12 victory over Mark Williams at the Crucible.

Zhao Xintong beats Mark Williams to become China’s first snooker world champion

Zhao wins 18-12 in dramatic final session in Sheffield‘It’s unbelievable. This is like a dream,’ says ZhaoThe Crucible has been home to some of the most significant moments in snooker history. Minds will spring immediately to Dennis Taylor’s dramatic triumph in 1985, or one of Stephen Hendry or Ronnie O’Sullivan’s many victories on the grandest stage this sport has to offer.But on a mild Monday evening in Sheffield and 20 years on from the door …

Zhao becomes China's first world champion in Sheffield

Zhao Xintong was crowned China's first world snooker champion after withstanding a stirring comeback from Mark Williams to complete an 18-12 win at the Crucible.