10th July

Global snooker updates from this week in an easy 5-minute read

Latvian snooker champion

Rodion Judin has secured his sixth Latvian National Snooker Championship title, defeating Filips Kalniņš 5-1 in the final. The match took place at the A1 Hotel in Riga, where Judin showcased his exceptional skill and consistency. This victory underscores his dominance in Latvian snooker, highlighting his status as one of the nation's top emerging talents. Judin's triumph adds to Latvia's growing reputation in the snooker world, reflecting the country's increasing prominence in producing competitive players. His continued success serves as an inspiration to aspiring snooker enthusiasts both in Latvia and internationally

Ng Tops Table

Ng On Yee has made history by becoming the first woman to reach the last 32 of a ranking event, topping her group at the BetVictor Championship League. Returning to the pro tour after a two-year hiatus, the three-time World Women’s Champion remained unbeaten in Group 32. She began with two 2-2 draws against Daniel Wells and He Guoqiang, featuring breaks of 57 and 53, before securing a decisive 3-0 win over Leone Crowley to finish top of the group with five points. Ng's performance highlights the growing prominence of women in professional snooker.

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