Zhao Xintong of China became the first Asian player to win the 2025 snooker world championships in Britain Wednesday, beating Mark Williams of Wales in the final. According to the British“Independent” and other media reported on the 5th, Wilhemlms expressed admiration for Zhao Xintong at a news conference.
Zhao Xintong (right) and Zhang Wilhemlms at the World Championships in snooker
“I have nothing but admiration for him,” Wilhemlms said, adding that Zhao’s win“Means a lot to the sport”. Wilhemlms said it was an“Incredible result” for Zhao to advance from the qualifying round and win all the way through. “Everyone should support him and watch his performance.”
“I can’t believe it’s real. I think it’s a dream,” Zhao said after winning the title. Zhao Xintong said in a Weibo post on the 6th, “Adhere to the original heart.”.