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Chinese Challengers at the Crucible Dominate Morning Session
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Sheffield — May 15, 2024 — The morning session at the 2025 World Snooker Championship saw Chinese players Lei Peifan and Xiao Guodong take charge. Lei Peifan defeated Kyren Wilson, while Xiao Guodong secured a win against Matthew Selt, including a sensational century break. The results place the Chinese contingent in a commanding position at the Crucible, setting the stage for exciting matches; check back for updates.
Chinese Challengers Dominate Morning Session at the Crucible
Sheffield, England – The morning session at the Crucible saw strong performances from Chinese players Lei Peifan and Xiao Guodong, shaking up the competition at the World Snooker Championship.
Lei Peifan vs. Kyren Wilson: An Unexpected Lead
Lei Peifan, the 21-year-old from China, started strong against Kyren Wilson. Despite an initial shaky break that sent the blue ball into a pocket, Wilson couldn’t capitalize, missing a long red into the right corner.
Peifan then scored an unanswered 58 points before a failed cannon allowed Wilson back to the table. However, Wilson missed an audacious double attempt on a difficult red, allowing Peifan to clear the remaining reds and take the opener 70-32.
Peifan continued his dominance into the second frame, winning it 71-12. Wilson, visibly shaken, headed to the dressing room to regroup after missing an early black. The score stood at Kyren Wilson 0-2 Lei Peifan.
Xiao Guodong vs. Matthew Selt: A Century Break Steals the Show
on Table 2, Xiao Guodong faced off against Matthew Selt. After a cautious start, Xiao showcased his skills with a break of 69, taking the first frame. The score was Xiao Guodong 1-0 matthew Selt.
Xiao continued his momentum, eventually achieving the first century break of the championship with a brilliant 120. By the end of the session, Xiao Guodong led Matthew Selt 2-0.
Morning Session Scores
- Kyren Wilson 0-2 Lei Peifan
- Xiao Guodong 2-0 Matthew Selt
The morning session concluded with chinese players in a commanding position,setting the stage for potentially thrilling matches to come.
FAQ: World Snooker Championship
- What is the Crucible Curse?
- The Crucible curse refers to the fact that no first-time champion has been able to retain the World Snooker Championship title as the tournament moved to Sheffield’s Crucible Theatre in 1977 [[2]].
- Where is the World Snooker Championship held?
- The World Snooker championship is held at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, England [[2]], [[3]].
- what is the prize for winning the World Snooker Championship?
- The winner of the World Snooker Championship receives a considerable jackpot, with £500,000 awarded in 2025 [[1]].
