The latest update from the Snooker Welsh Open shows that on the first day, six national players competed and achieved a 4-2 win-loss record. Moreover, there were many surprises: Wu Yize won, Si Jiahui lost, and especially Jiang Jun pulled off a stunning upset against Selby.

The detailed results of the six national players’ matches are as follows in the image below.

1. Lei Peifan was eliminated after a 3-4 defeat to Emery.
2. Si Jiahui was knocked out after losing 2-4 to Robbie Williams.
3. Pang Junxu won 4-2 against Kowalski to advance to the last 32.
4. Yuan Sijun secured a 4-3 victory over Leclerc to move on to the last 32.
5. Jiang Jun defeated Selby 4-3 to reach the last 32.
6. Wu Yize dominated Mortens with a 4-0 win to qualify for the last 32.
7. Additionally, foreign players such as Jack Jones, Mark Williams, Maguire, Hawkins, and Neil Robertson all claimed victories, while Selby and Tom Ford suffered surprising defeats.

Post-match summary and reflections

1. First of all, congratulations to the four national players who won and advanced to the last 32. Special praise goes to Jiang Jun, while Si Jiahui needs to reflect on his performance.
2. Wu Yize once again showed excellent form, shutting out his opponent 4-0 and demonstrating the style of a top 16 player. However, Si Jiahui unexpectedly lost, showing instability.
3. Jiang Jun’s 4-3 victory over Selby is definitely the biggest upset. This short-frame format greatly increases the chances of surprises. Therefore, kudos to Jiang Jun and sympathy for Selby.
4. Commendations to Pang Junxu and Yuan Sijun for winning and advancing to the next round, showing strong ability. Criticism goes to Lei Peifan for squandering a great opportunity: leading 2-0 and 3-2 but ultimately losing 3-4, which is very frustrating!