From Lanzhou to Sheffield: Wu Yize Clinches Snooker World Championship Title
22-year-old Wu Yize secures the snooker world championship title after a thrilling final, marking a historic consecutive win for the Chinese mainland.
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22-year-old Wu Yize secures the snooker world championship title after a thrilling final, marking a historic consecutive win for the Chinese mainland.
Wu Yize, a 22‑year‑old snooker prodigy from the Chinese mainland, wins the 2026 World Snooker Championship, becoming the second‑youngest champion in tournament history.
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