Zhao first Chinese to win World C’ship

China`s Zhao Xintong poses with the trophy after victory over Wales` Mark Williams in the World Championship Snooker final at The Crucible in Sheffield, northern England. Pic/AFP

Zhao Xintong became the first Chinese player to win the World Snooker Championship as he completed his stunning march to the title with a 18-12 win against three-time champion Mark Williams in the final on Monday.

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"I can't believe what I've done. It's very exciting. I was so nervous tonight," a jubilant Zhao said.

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