Overview

The first edition of the Xi’an Grand Prix is underway, with unexpected outcomes in recent matches. Will we witness a showdown between Ronnie O’Sullivan and Judd Trump again?

Wilson and O’Sullivan in Semifinals

Kyren Wilson and Ronnie O’Sullivan have advanced to the semifinals and will face off on August 24th for a spot in the final.

Quarterfinal Surprises

Notable results in the quarterfinals include wins for Wilson and O’Sullivan. Surprisingly strong performances were seen from Daniel Wells and Xu Si, upsetting the expected contenders.

Notable Exits

Mark Allen, Mark Selby, Mark Williams, Shaun Murphy, and Neil Robertson were among the favorites who exited the tournament earlier than anticipated.

Upcoming Events

Following the Xi’an Grand Prix final on August 25th, the Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters will commence on August 30th in Riyadh, attracting attention for its substantial prize pool of 500,000 GBP.

Bookmakers Predictions

Bookmakers foresee a potential rematch between O’Sullivan and Trump in the final, offering betting odds that reflect this expectation.

Schedule

The Xi’an Grand Prix continues with the completion of the quarterfinals today, followed by the semifinals on August 24th and the final on August 25th.

In the semifinals, O’Sullivan will face Wilson, while a potential final clash between O’Sullivan and Trump looms.