The Xi’an Grand Prix is currently underway in China, attracting the world’s best snooker players to compete for a lucrative prize pool. Last year, Kyren Wilson emerged victorious in a thrilling final against Judd Trump, securing a 10-8 victory. The reigning champion is back to defend his title, but Shaun Murphy seems to be in top form after recently clinching his 13th ranking title at the British Open. Murphy’s confidence is high as he faces Mark Williams in the final showdown.
The tournament also saw the return of Ronnie O’Sullivan, who had not played since the Saudi Arabia Masters in August. O’Sullivan made it to the quarter-finals before being defeated by Gary Wilson. The stakes are high in China, with a substantial amount of prize money up for grabs. The winner will take home £177,000, while the runner-up will receive £76,000. Semi-finalists, quarter-finalists, and players in the earlier rounds will also earn significant cash prizes.
The Xi’an Grand Prix began on October 7th and will conclude with the final match on October 13th at Xi’an’s Qujiang E-sports Centre. Snooker fans can catch all the action live on TNT Sports 1 and 3, or stream the event on the discovery+ app/website. Alternatively, they can stay updated with SunSport’s LIVE blog for all the latest updates and highlights. So, grab your cue and get ready for some intense snooker action in China!
