ZHAO XINTONG pulled off an outrageous trick shot at the World Open to leave fans in disbelief.
The world champion beat his compatriot Zehuang Long in a nervy 5-4 encounter.
Zhao Xintong produced a wonderful one-handed trick shot on the pinkCredit: x.com/WeAreWST
He sank the ball with easeCredit: x.com/WeAreWST
He showed his class to punish his opponent’s mistake in the final frame, hitting a 129 break to take the match.
had a little fun in the closing stages too with a remarkable trickshot on the pink.
He had set up the colour wonderfully after expert play on the reds and colours.
So he decided to wow the audience by taking the shot one-handed.
The pink dropped into the corner right pocket with ease, sparking a delighted reaction from the crowd.
Fans watching on from home were equally impressed with one comparing him to a snooker great.
He said: “The young Mark Williams 🥰🤣👏”
Another added: “🤯”
A third wrote: “What an entertainer Zhao Xintong is 🤯”
Zhao, 28, leads the way in centuries this season with 64.
Eze Chidiebere Paul
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