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‘Lucky’ Ding steals 6-red world crown

Thai ace Thepchaiya pays the price for missing crucial black

Time to celebrate: China’s Ding Junhui lifts the trophy after winning the 6-red World Championship Saturday night.

Ding Junhui of China edged Thai star Thepchaiya Un-nooh 8-6 in a riveting showdown for the Pathum Thani 6-red World Championship title on Saturday night.

This was the second 6-red world crown for the Chinese star who has slipped to No.24 in the current world rankings.

Thepchaiya was also seeking a second victory in the tournament, which was sanctioned by the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association, after his triumph in 2015.

Ding received the prestigious winner’s trophy graciously donated by His Majesty the King…

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