Zhao Xintong eliminates Ronnie O`Sullivan in the semi-finals of the World Snooker Championship, while Judd Trump and Mark Williams are tied.

Zhao Xintong has stunned the snooker world by defeating seven-time champion Ronnie O`Sullivan 17-7 in the semi-finals of the 2025 World Snooker Championship at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. This victory secures Zhao`s place in the final, marking a significant milestone in his career.

In the other semi-final, the match between Judd Trump and Mark Williams is tightly contested, with the score tied at 8-8 after the second session. Both players are vying for a spot in the final, which will take place over two days, starting on Sunday, May 4, and concluding on Monday, May 5.

Earlier in the tournament, Mark Williams edged past John Higgins with a narrow 13-12 victory in the quarter-finals, while Judd Trump overcame Luca Brecel 13-8. The championship has seen several top contenders eliminated, including defending champion Kyren Wilson and four-time winner Mark Selby. The winner of this prestigious tournament will take home a prize of £500,000, adding to the stakes as the final approaches.

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