The prestigious Halo World Championship is set to take place at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield from April 19 to May 5. Viewers can catch all the action live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport website, and app. Additionally, there will be live text coverage of selected matches and updates on BBC Radio 5 Live.
In a shocking turn of events, debutant Lei Peifan pulled off a remarkable comeback against defending champion Kyren Wilson. Lei fought back from being 6-2 down to secure a thrilling 10-9 victory, adding to the list of players who have fallen victim to the ‘Crucible curse’. The curse, which dates back to 1977, has seen no first-time winner successfully defend the world crown at Sheffield’s Crucible Theatre.
Wilson, who had been in the lead, expressed his disappointment after the match, acknowledging Lei’s impressive performance. Lei’s incredible display saw him clinch victory with six half-century breaks and a total score of 544 points in a stunning burst of form. Despite Wilson’s efforts to make a comeback, Lei held his nerve and sealed the win with a break of 66 in the decider, making history at his first appearance at the Crucible.
Moving forward, Lei will face either Jak Jones or former UK Championship winner Zhao Xintong in the next round of the championship. As the competition heats up, other matches are also underway, with players like Xiao Guodong, Mark Williams, Barry Hawkins, and Neil Robertson battling it out for a chance to progress further in the tournament. The Halo World Championship promises to deliver more thrilling moments and surprises as the best players from around the world compete for the coveted title
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