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Wilson and Brecel Advance to Masters Quarter-Finals After Dramatic Wins

Posted : 16 January 2025

World champion Kyren Wilson narrowly defeated Zhang Anda 6-4 to advance to the quarter-finals of the Masters at Alexandra Palace. Wilson, who had a rough time in terms of potting and points, managed to capitalize on critical frames at key moments, particularly in the first, fourth, and seventh frames when Zhang was in a strong position. Despite scoring 275 points less and potting fewer balls than his opponent, Wilson's clinical approach in the important moments led to his victory, with the match ending in a tense 10th frame.

 

Zhang displayed impressive potting skills, notably a remarkable 141 break, but was ultimately undone by a series of unforced errors, which proved costly. He also faced a crucial misstep in the seventh frame, where he went in off a red, and missed a black in the ninth frame, which could have allowed him to edge ahead. Wilson acknowledged Zhang's excellent performance but credited his own ability to "pinch" the key frames, holding his ground when Zhang was in full flow.

 

In the other quarter-final match, Luca Brecel overcame Chris Wakelin 6-3, showcasing flashes of brilliance despite struggles with form. Brecel, who has faced criticism for his erratic play and off-table pursuits, displayed moments of pure skill, particularly in a sensational shot in the opening frame and a sequence of pots late in the match. A break of 73 helped him secure his second-ever win at the Masters, despite inconsistencies that have left his ranking at a low 61st on the one-year list.

 

Wakelin, who was making his debut at the Masters, had a more tumultuous preparation due to personal matters, including his partner's early delivery of their child. Despite a solid fightback in which he produced breaks of 67 and 69, he ultimately couldn't maintain his form and fell short. Wakelin, who had a strong showing in the International Championship earlier this season, admitted that the hectic nature of his personal life had impacted his preparation for the Masters.

 

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