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Snooker Legend Jimmy White Battles for World Championship Qualification
Veteran snooker player Jimmy White is one step closer to realizing his dream of competing in the World Snooker Championship for the first time since 2006. He secured a dramatic victory over Anton Kazakov of Ukraine in a tense final frame showdown.
Dramatic Turnaround for “The Whirlwind”
White, a celebrated six-time World Championship runner-up who will be 63 next month, faced a significant deficit. Trailing 7-3 after the evening session resumed, he demonstrated remarkable resilience, winning six consecutive frames. This impressive run included a notable break of 126, positioning him within a single frame of triumph.
Kazakov’s Resistance and Final Frame Tension
Despite White’s momentum, the young Kazakov, aged 20 and 42 years White’s junior, displayed composure by claiming the subsequent two frames. This forced a deciding final frame, a tense climax despite Kazakov’s relatively low scoring throughout the match, marked by only two breaks exceeding 50 points.
Nail-Biting Decider and White’s Victory
In the crucial final frame, White established a 36-point advantage with only 35 points left on the table, appearing to be in control. However, a sequence of four fouls conceded the initiative to Kazakov. The Ukrainian player couldn’t fully capitalize on this opportunity, and White ultimately regained his composure, clearing the remaining colours to clinch the hard-fought victory at 1:20 am.
Earlier Setback: Three-Miss Rule Incident
During the afternoon session, White experienced an unusual setback. He incurred a penalty for failing to hit the target ball three times consecutively, a rare application of the “three-miss rule.” This rule is enforced when a player has a clear, unobstructed view of the intended ball and is not snookered.
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Young Szubarczyk’s Record Attempt Ends
In a separate match, Polish prodigy Michal Szubarczyk, aged 14, saw his attempt to surpass Ronnie O’Sullivan’s record as the youngest World Championship qualifier come to an end. His bid was halted by Scotland’s Dean Young, who emerged victorious with a 10-8 scoreline.