The latest Snooker World Grand Prix report shows that Zhao Xintong and players from four nations have taken all semifinal positions, locking in the final matchups early and creating a century milestone in snooker.

All four quarterfinal matches finished today, with Zhao Xintong and others victorious, securing the four semifinal spots. The detailed match outcomes are illustrated below.

1. Xiao Guodong advanced to the semifinals by defeating Wu Yize 5-2, resulting in Wu Yize’s elimination.
2. Zhang Anda progressed to the semifinals with a 5-2 win over Si Jiahui.
3. Zhao Xintong reached the semifinals by narrowly beating Wakelin 5-4.
4. Zhou Yuelong also advanced to the semifinals by winning 5-4 against Alikat.

Post-match summary and reflections

1. First of all, congratulations to the Chinese players Zhao Xintong, Xiao Guodong, Zhou Yuelong, and Zhang Anda for sweeping the semifinals and securing the top two spots early. This is the first time in snooker’s century-long history that players from China have occupied all four semifinal places — a day worth commemorating.
2. It is very unfortunate that Wu Yize underestimated his opponent and lacked patience, leading to his loss against the seasoned grinder Zhang Anda.
3. We especially want to thank Zhao Xintong and Zhou Yuelong, as their victories over foreign players made the Chinese sweep of the semifinals possible.
4. Zhao Xintong, after taking a 4-1 lead and reaching match point, was pushed back by Wakelin who won three consecutive frames to tie 4-4. In the deciding frame, Zhao bravely overcame multiple snooker challenges from Wakelin to clinch the win.
5. Zhou Yuelong’s path to the semifinals was even tougher. He initially led Alikat 3-1, but then Alikat rallied with three straight frames to gain match point at 4-3. Ultimately, Zhou held his nerve to win the last two frames and sealed a 5-4 victory to advance.
6. Snooker fans, let’s celebrate with fireworks — this achievement is truly remarkable!