Mark Selby Wins Over Jackson Page, Reaches English Open Semis
Selby, Zhou, Jones, and Allen Advance to English Open Semi-Finals
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selby Edges Past Page in Decisive Frame
Mark Selby secured his place in the semi-finals of the English Open with a thrilling 5-4 victory over Jackson Page, highlighted by a superb 131 break in the deciding frame. The match saw several lead changes, with Selby trailing 2-1 and 3-2 before leveling with a run of 111.
Selby, a four-time world champion, aims to add a 25th ranking title to his notable career. Page responded with his fourth half-century break of the match, forcing the game to its final frame before Selby’s decisive performance.
Zhou Yuelong Upsets World Champion Brecel
china’s Zhou Yuelong staged a remarkable comeback to defeat 2023 World Champion Luca Brecel 5-4. Zhou battled back from a 4-2 deficit, fueled by breaks of 94 and 113, to force a deciding frame.
The ninth frame, lasting 52 minutes, concluded with Brecel leaving a routine black shot for Zhou, securing his victory. This result marks a notable upset in the tournament.
Jones and Allen Also Progress to Semi-Finals
Jak Jones continued his strong run, defeating Aaron Hill 5-2. Simultaneously occurring, Elliot Slessor initially dominated Mark Allen, establishing a 4-0 lead before Allen mounted a comeback.
Slessor nearly achieved a 5-0 whitewash but missed a crucial black off its spot, allowing Allen to secure a frame with a 55 break. Another missed black in the sixth frame further aided Allen’s recovery, extending the match late into Friday evening.