Si Jiahui achieved a significant milestone in his career by making his first maximum break, also known as a 147, as he defeated world number one Judd Trump 6-2 at the Wuhan Open. The match saw Si bounce back strongly after Trump initially took the lead, showcasing his skill and determination. Si’s performance thrilled his home fans and earned him a 3-1 lead in the match.
The 147 break not only impressed the audience but also put Si in line to receive an extra £5,000 for achieving the highest break. Despite the pressure of such a momentous occasion, Si remained composed and focused throughout the match. He continued his impressive form, even overturning a 59-point deficit at one stage.
Following his victory over Trump, Si expressed his feelings about the match, stating, “I’ve lost a lot of matches whilst making 60-plus breaks against him before, so I didn’t think too much about beating him. I just focused on learning from him and playing my own game.” Si also highlighted the areas he aims to improve, particularly his safety play.
In the other semi-final match, Xiao Guodong staged a remarkable comeback from being 4-1 down to defeating Long Zehuang 6-4. Xiao’s resilience and skill were on full display as he won five consecutive frames to secure his spot in the final against Si. Xiao had earlier defeated the reigning world champion Kyren Wilson in the competition.
Judd Trump praised Si’s performance, likening it to some of the best displays he has faced from top players like Ronnie O’Sullivan and John Higgins. Trump commended Si for his exceptional play and predicted that there would be increased expectations on the young player to achieve more success in the future.
Both Si and Xiao will be aiming to claim their first ranking titles in the upcoming final, showcasing the depth of talent in Chinese snooker. As the competition intensifies, fans await an exciting showdown between these two emerging stars.