2026 World Snooker Championship: Zhao Xintong v Ding Junhui could break TV viewing records

Last year, Zhao came through four rounds of qualifying and then defeated 2024 runner-up Jak Jones, compatriot Lei Peifan and England’s Chris Wakelin before thrashing seven-time world champion Ronnie O’Sullivan 17-7 to reach the final. Zhao’s 18-12 success over Mark Williams was a pivotal moment in the sport, instantly making the winner a national hero,…

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