6-5! 6-5! A Crazy Night at the Snooker Saudi Masters: O'Sullivan's Comeback, Wakelin's Last-Minute Victory

On August 15th, Beijing time, the quarterfinals of the Snooker Saudi Masters commenced. In two matches that ended in the early hours of today, both went to the deciding frame, showcasing a wild night. O'Sullivan won three consecutive frames to pull off a stunning comeback, defeating Karen Wilson 6-5, while Wakelin also secured a 6-5 victory over Hawkins. Consequently, O'Sullivan and Wakelin advanced to the semifinals!

O'Sullivan against Karen Wilson. Seven-time World Champion O'Sullivan is considered the greatest in history. In the round of 16, he staged a comeback to defeat Chinese young player Chang Bingyu 6-5, narrowly advancing to the quarterfinals. In the quarterfinals, he faced the formidable 90s star Karen Wilson in a heavyweight clash. Both players delivered an exciting match, showcasing their peak form. Wilson took an early lead with a score of 76-45. O'Sullivan then turned the tables, winning two frames to lead 2-1. Wilson responded with a scoring spree, displaying sharp precision, and made four breaks over 60, reaching a 5-3 match point. However, O'Sullivan did not give up, scoring two centuries and winning three consecutive frames for a remarkable 6-5 comeback victory over Wilson. This match was truly thrilling; it seems O'Sullivan is in need of money, while Wilson performed excellently, but when faced with a determined O'Sullivan, he had to accept defeat!

Wakelin against Hawkins. Both players advanced from the round of 16 with 6-5 victories, with Hawkins making a comeback against Ding Junhui and Wakelin defeating newly crowned World Champion Zhao Xintong. This match featured a back-and-forth battle, with Wakelin starting strong and taking a 3-1 lead. However, Hawkins quickly retaliated, leveling the score at 4-4, and then they reached 5-5. In the deciding frame, Wakelin showcased superior skills to secure the win, finishing with a score of 6-5 against Hawkins, refusing to be on the receiving end of a comeback. This match continued the trend of Ding Junhui's law, as Hawkins, who defeated Ding, was eliminated and sent home!

Thus, the four semifinalists of this tournament have been determined: the dark horse Slessor, Australian powerhouse Robertson, the greatest of all time O'Sullivan, and the champion of the single-frame timed match Wakelin. We look forward to the exciting matchups ahead!

By/Sports Novel