The latest from the Snooker World Grand Prix reveals that the round of 16 is complete, with 9 national players competing and securing a historic 6 wins and 3 losses.

All matches concluded today, with the national team finishing with a 6-3 record, as shown in the details below.

1. Zhao Xintong edged out Selby 5-4 to secure a spot in the quarterfinals.
2. Wu Yize defeated Chang Bingyu 5-3 to move on to the quarterfinals, resulting in Chang Bingyu’s elimination.
3. Yuan Sijun was eliminated after a 2-5 loss to Alikat.
4. Zhou Yuelong advanced to the quarterfinals by beating Jack Jones 5-1.
5. Xiao Guodong defeated O'Sullivan 5-3 to reach the quarterfinals.
6. Si Jiahui won 5-3 against Pang Junxu to advance to the quarterfinals, eliminating Pang Junxu.
7. Zhang Anda secured a 5-3 victory over Barry Hawkins to enter the quarterfinals.

Post-Match Summary and Reflections

1. First of all, congratulations to the six national players who made it to the quarterfinals, accounting for 75% of the final eight—a historic achievement. Never before have so many national players reached the quarterfinals through the qualifiers.
2. The New Year is approaching fast, and it seems fate has rewarded them with red envelopes to ensure a prosperous year.
3. Special praise goes to Zhao Xintong, Xiao Guodong, Zhou Yuelong, and Zhang Anda. These four eliminated Selby, O'Sullivan, Jack Jones, and Barry Hawkins, greatly increasing the chances that national players will dominate the semifinals!
4. Today, Zhao Xintong showed remarkable resilience by coming back from match point down against Selby with four consecutive breaks to win. Keep up this form, and the championship is very likely yours!