Thai Sensation Mink Saraburi Stuns 12-Time Women’s World Champion at English Open 2024

Breaking the Expert’s Pen: Mink Saraburi’s Impressive Victory

The 2024 English Open, a global professional snooker tournament, kicked off on September 12th at the Brentwood Leisure Centre in Brentwood, England. With a prize pool of £550,400 (approximately 24.2 million baht), the competition is heating up. The first day saw a thrilling queue fight in the first qualifying round, featuring the last 128 players.

One of the most anticipated matches was between Thailand’s Natcharat Wongharutai, also known as “Mink Saraburi,” and Britain’s Rheanne Evans. Mink, the 2022 Women’s World Champion and ranked 107 in the world, faced off against Rheanne, a 12-time women’s world champion. The match was a nail-biter, with Mink showcasing her exceptional skills and ultimately emerging victorious with a 4-2 frame win.

Mink’s impressive victory has secured her spot in the second qualifying round, where she will face Ricky Walden, ranked 37 in the world from England. The match is scheduled to take place on Monday, September 16th at 4:00 pm. With her sights set on the top prize, Mink is sure to bring her A-game to the table.

Key Takeaways:

• Mink Saraburi defeats 12-time women’s world champion Rheanne Evans 4-2 frames.
• Mink advances to the second qualifying round, where she will face Ricky Walden.
• The 2024 English Open features a prize pool of £550,400 (approximately 24.2 million baht).