Source: Sports Weekly
On January 13, local time, the 2022 Snooker Masters continues to be held at Alexander Palace in London, England. In the first two quarter-finals, title-winning Ao Sullivan lost 4-6 to Robertson, stopping in the quarterfinals; in another "75 Three Masters" showdown, Williams defeated Higgins 6-5 to advance.
Robertson got into shape earlier, blasting a 2-shot 100 and a 3-par 50+. O'Sullivan started in the middle of the game and also scored a single shot of 66, 102 and 68 points. After the score was tied 4-4, Robertson once again exerted his strength and won the final victory in two consecutive sets.
"I looked at the game data after the game and I had a 96 percent success rate, which is quite high in such a high-pressure environment," Robertson said. Ronnie didn't do badly either, much like the final we played in Coventry. When you're playing against Ronnie, you have to show off what you're capable of in order to earn some chances. The audience would celebrate when I scored, but most of them were in favor of Ronnie. You have to be calm, keep a positive attitude, and don't take their celebration of their idols as something against you. He (O'Sullivan) is also treated today because he has been at the top for so many years. ”
Robertson will face "Golden Left Hand" Williams in the semi-finals, who won thrillingly against old rival Higgins. Higgins opened with a blast to break the hundred, then won the second set in pieces to take a 2-0 lead. Williams quickly responded with a shot to break the 100 and equalize. After that, he always maintained the rhythm of each round, and played 2 more 50+. In the decider, Williams scored a single shot of 91 points, reaching the Final Four of the Masters for the first time since 2010.
"I have only respect for John. He's no longer my nemesis, not for many years. When we were all young, I really just wanted to win, but now that's no longer the case. Every time I play against him in a game, it's a special experience for me," Williams said after the game: "I will never forget the atmosphere of tonight's game. I never seemed to have experienced such a moment before. I have to thank the audience for creating so much enthusiasm, it's unbelievable. I really want to go out and shake hands with everyone. ”
Similarly, Higgins was not frustrated by the outcome of the defeat, saying after the game: "It was one of the best nights of my career. When Trump and I played the World Championship final in 2011, Rob Walker made the audience cheer up, but today seems to be even more lively than it was that day. I'm not at all lost because I've done everything I can, although it's not enough. I was very pleased that the audience had a wonderful game on the spot. ”