Judd Trump Advances to Masters Semi-Finals

World number one Judd Trump has advanced to the semi-finals of the Masters after defeating Ding Junhui 6-3 at Alexandra Palace. Despite trailing 3-1, Trump showcased his formidable skill by winning five consecutive frames, including impressive breaks of 97, 125, and several half-centuries. Ding initially demonstrated strong form with breaks of 70 and 74, but missed critical opportunities, allowing Trump to capitalize on his mistakes. Trump's victory sets up a semi-final clash with either Kyren Wilson or Luca Brecel. This performance is part of an impressive season where he has already secured three titles and surpassed Ronnie O'Sullivan's record for prize money in a season, nearing £1.3 million. However, despite these achievements, Trump has shown signs of pressure and inconsistency in some matches.