Afternoon Session: All-China Battles
The afternoon session of the UK Championship opened with an all-China clash, featuring world champion Zhao Xintong taking on Long Zehuang. In another table, three-time tournament winner Ding Junhui faced Xu Si, offering fans two high-level domestic rivalries within one session.
These matches mark an important start to the season’s UK Championship, with Zhao aiming to defend his title and Ding seeking another deep run in a competition that has defined much of his career.
“It’s an all-China affair in the afternoon session as world champion Zhao Xintong faces Long Zehuang and three-time winner Ding Junhui meets Xu Si.”
Evening Session Highlights
Later in the evening, world number three Mark Allen is set to begin his campaign, rounding off a day loaded with big names and storylines.
“Allen later takes to the table as the top seeds look to make early statements in the first round.”
Author’s summary: The UK Championship opened with all-Chinese matchups featuring Zhao, Ding, and Xu, while Mark Allen prepares for his evening debut.
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