On April 20 Beijing time, the first round of the Snooker World Championship main event continues. According to today's schedule, Chinese star Ding Junhui will return to the stage for the second stage match against Gilbert. Ding aims for the top 16; winning three more frames will secure his advancement. If he advances, he will face a tough internal battle against Zhao Xintong, which is obviously not what Chinese fans hope to see!

Although Ding Junhui is a seeded player in this World Championship, his probability of winning among all 32 players is at the bottom, indicating that the outside world does not favor him. This is mainly due to Ding's very poor recent performance. In the first round against Gilbert, this opponent is highly skilled and difficult to handle, requiring Ding's utmost attention!
However, facing the extremely strong Gilbert, Ding Junhui seems like a changed man, revitalized with new energy, playing exceptionally seriously on the court. His powerful fighting spirit was fully unleashed, leading Gilbert 7-2. Honestly, this result is quite surprising, considering Ding has rarely played so smoothly and effortlessly, already stepping into the threshold of the World Championship's top 16!
The second stage match between Ding Junhui and Gilbert is now underway. Ding took the first shot. We hope Ding maintains his momentum, withstands the opponent's counterattack, wins three more frames to directly defeat his opponent and charge into the top 16. Let's wait and see!
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