In the latest Snooker World Grand Prix semifinal, Zhang Anda defeated Zhou Yuelong 6-5 to move on to the final.

The semifinal was drawn out and played with great caution by both sides, with the score fluctuating back and forth. In the end, Zhang Anda was luckier and won 6-5, becoming the first to qualify for the final.

Post-Match Summary and Reflections

1. Firstly, many viewers find matches between these two less appealing because of the slow shot execution and somewhat tedious pace.
2. During the match, Zhou Yuelong once led 4-3, but Zhang Anda responded by winning two consecutive frames to take a 5-4 lead and reach match point. Zhou fought back to level at 5-5, pushing the contest to a deciding frame. The final frame was closely contested, with Zhang fortunate enough to secure the ultimate victory.
3. In this match, Zhang Anda made five breaks over 50 points and two centuries, while Zhou Yuelong had three breaks over 50 but no centuries. This indicates Zhang performed slightly better overall.
4. Zhou Yuelong, often dubbed the perennial runner-up, is quite unfortunate. I was hoping he would reach the final and win the title, but sadly he lost again!
5. However, Zhang Anda fully deserves this win, and even the championship. His path included eliminating top contenders like Mark Williams in the first round, Barry Hawkins in the second, Wu Yize in the third, and today Zhou Yuelong.