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Zhao Xintong captures World Grand Prix in HK

2026-02-08 HKT 21:49
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  • Zhao Xintong wins the World Championship last year. He's now celebrating his latest title in Hong Kong. File photo: AFP
    Zhao Xintong wins the World Championship last year. He's now celebrating his latest title in Hong Kong. File photo: AFP
China's Zhao Xintong stormed to victory in the World Grand Prix at the Kai Tak Arena, solidifying his status as one of the world's top snooker players.

Zhao beat Zhang Anda 10-6 in an all-China final.

The first session on Sunday was a closely fought affair, finishing in a 4-4 tie.

Zhao, the reigning World champion and world No. 8, put on a clinic in the night session.

He raced to a commanding 9-6 lead and clinched the match in style, wrapping up the 16th frame with a break of 131.

Players from China dominated the tournament, completing the semifinal line-up and securing six of eight quarterfinal spots.

Zhao Xintong captures World Grand Prix in HK