Chinese snooker veteran Ding Junhui delivered a commanding performance at the WST Xi'an Grand Prix on Wednesday, defeating Northern Ireland's Jordan Brown 5-1 to secure a spot in the tournament's third round. The match, held in Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, showcased Ding's precision as he built an early 3-0 lead, highlighted by a 120-point break in the third frame.
Brown struggled to capitalize on opportunities, with a critical error in the fourth frame widening Ding's advantage. Despite a brief rally in the fifth frame, Ding sealed the victory with a 97-point break in the sixth. "My opponent fought hard, but I stayed focused on controlling the game," Ding remarked post-match. He will next face England's Louis Heathcote.
In other matches, England's Robert Milkins overcame China's world champion Zhao Xintong 5-2. Zhao initially led but faltered as Milkins claimed three consecutive frames. Milkins advances to face compatriot Jimmy Robertson.
The Xi'an Grand Prix continues to draw global attention, underscoring Asia's growing influence in professional snooker and providing fresh insights for sports analysts and enthusiasts alike.
