Exciting Showdown at the Shanghai Masters: Kyren Wilson vs. Ali Carter
This afternoon marks the thrilling conclusion of the first major snooker tournament of the season as 2024 World Champion Kyren Wilson goes head-to-head with six-time ranking title winner Ali Carter. Not only is the prestigious trophy up for grabs in China, but the winner will also walk away with a hefty £210,000 prize in this intense best-of-21 frames match.
Kyren "The Warrior" Wilson, currently ranked No. 2 in the world, has made an impressive run to the final. He secured victories over top contenders, including Si Jiahui, the legendary Ronnie O’Sullivan—often regarded as the greatest player of all time—and reigning world champion Zhao Xintong, after enjoying a first-round bye.
On the other side of the table, Ali "The Captain" Carter, ranked 17th globally, has displayed remarkable skill throughout the tournament. He has triumphed over formidable opponents such as Lei Qui, last year’s World Championship runner-up, three-time world champion Mark Williams, Xiao Guodong, and four-time world champion Mark Selby.
Stay tuned for LIVE updates from the Shanghai Masters final, brought to you by Express Sport, as we witness this epic clash between two of snooker’s finest players!