Jimmy White’s World Snooker Championship hopes dashed by Liu Hongyu in brutal defeat

Jimmy White’s hopes of competing in the World Snooker Championship were shattered after a brutal 10-3 defeat to Liu Hongyu. The 61-year-old snooker legend faced off against the 19-year-old Chinese star in the second qualifying round, but couldn’t secure a spot in the Crucible.

Despite sharing the first two frames, White struggled to keep up with Hongyu who quickly took a commanding 5-1 lead. While White managed to win the seventh frame, Hongyu continued to dominate, extending his lead to 7-2. The teenager’s momentum proved too much for White, who failed to mount a comeback.

White, a two-time major champion, has won 10 ranking events in his career and remains a force to be reckoned with on the Senior Tour. Despite his defeat, White expressed his love for competition and the challenge of facing younger players in the sport.

The defeat marks another missed opportunity for White to make an appearance at the Crucible, but his passion for the game and competitive spirit remain strong. As Hongyu advances to the next round of qualifiers, White will continue to showcase his skill and determination on the snooker circuit.