Wu thrashes Trump to set up Yuan final in Shenzhen
Reigning world champion Wu Yize beat Judd Trump 6-1 in the Shenzhen Open semi-finals, recovering from losing the first frame with six straight wins. The all-Chinese final against Yuan Sijun gives Wu a chance to claim his third ranking title, while a win would also move him to second in the world rankings.
Yuan reached his first ranking final after edging Jimmy Robertson 6-5 in a deciding frame that lasted 50 minutes. The 26-year-old began the tournament ranked 33rd and could move close to the top 16 if he wins; Wu sealed his semi-final victory with a break of 110.
- Wu beat Trump 6-1 after losing the opening frame.
- He will face Yuan in an all-Chinese final.
- Yuan fought through a 50-minute deciding frame.
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Snooker is played on a table with pockets, with players taking turns to pot balls and score points. Ranking tournaments count towards the sport’s world rankings, and their knock-out format means a player must win each match to stay in the competition.
Wu Yize and Yuan Sijun are Chinese professional snooker players. Judd Trump, from England, is one of the sport’s leading players, while Jimmy Robertson is also a professional on the international circuit.
The Shenzhen Open is being held in China, where an all-Chinese final puts two home players in contention for a ranking title. Results can also affect players’ positions in the world rankings, which shape their standing on the professional tour.