Zhao Xintong nears World Snooker Championship title against Mark Williams

Zhao Xintong is on the brink of winning his first World Snooker Championship title after dominating Mark Williams in their final at the Crucible. Williams, who made history as the oldest finalist at 50, struggled to match Zhao's energy and precision, with Zhao capitalizing on Williams's errors and needing just one more frame in the evening session to secure the championship. Zhao, competing as an amateur following a suspension related to a match-fixing scandal, had earlier delivered a commanding semi-final victory over Ronnie O’Sullivan, while Williams came through a tough match against Judd Trump. Despite Williams's experience and previous impressive performances, he appeared fatigued and unable to capitalize on Zhao's rare mistakes. Zhao's return to form after his ban has been notable, as he quickly re-established himself by winning amateur tournaments and now stands poised for a significant career milestone. The final session is set to determine whether Zhao can complete his remarkable comeback with a world title.