The quarterfinals are set! Snooker Shanghai Masters report: Ding Junhui defeated Zhang Anda 6-5, while the world number one triumphed decisively.

On July 30th, Beijing time, four matches of the snooker Shanghai Masters round of 16 concluded. Selby dominated Murphy with a 6-0 victory, while Kyren Wilson made a remarkable comeback to defeat Si Jiahui 6-5. Ding Junhui edged out Zhang Anda 6-5 with a 147 break, and world number one Judd Trump overcame Australian firepower Robertson 6-2. Consequently, four spots in the quarterfinals are taken by Selby, Kyren Wilson, Ding Junhui, and Trump!

Ding Junhui faced off against Zhang Anda. Both are renowned domestic players, showcasing a fierce battle. The match began with Zhang Anda taking the lead 1-0 with a break of 92. Ding Junhui then unleashed his full power, scoring two century breaks and one 80+, winning four consecutive frames to lead 4-1. In the sixth frame, Zhang Anda made a 147 break, his fourth in his career, narrowing the score to 2-4. Ding Junhui then secured the frame 66-41, reaching match point at 5-2. In a dramatic turn, Zhang Anda won three consecutive frames to tie the match at 5-5. In the deciding frame, Ding Junhui scored 68 points to clinch the match 6-5 against Zhang Anda!

Trump faced Robertson in a thrilling matchup. The two top players clashed once again, with Trump displaying sharp precision and exceptional performance throughout the match, dominating Robertson with three century breaks and three 60+ breaks, winning 6-2. Notably, the seventh frame featured an impressive finish with breaks of 68 and 65 points!

In the other two matches, Selby swept Murphy 6-0, showcasing a commanding performance that left Murphy with no chance to counter. Meanwhile, young Chinese star Si Jiahui, who led 3-1 and 5-4 against world champion Kyren Wilson, ultimately succumbed to pressure, losing 5-6 in a dramatic reversal, missing out on the quarterfinals, which is truly unfortunate and disappointing!

By: Sports Novel

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