Kyren Wilson Sets Up Masters Semifinal Clash with Judd Trump
Kyren Wilson secured a hard-fought 6-4 victory over Luca Brecel in the Masters quarterfinals, setting up a semifinal showdown with Judd Trump at Alexandra Palace.
Kyren Wilson secured a thrilling 6-4 victory over Luca Brecel at Alexandra Palace on Friday evening, advancing to the Masters semi-finals. Wilson, the current world champion, began the match in impressive form, sealing the first frame with a break of 71 and swiftly taking a 3-1 lead.
Brecel, the 2023 World Champion, mounted a valiant comeback, but Wilson's clinical play and a pivotal missed opportunity for Brecel in the sixth frame ultimately proved decisive. The momentum shifted repeatedly in the final frames, with Brecel producing a series of impressive breaks and Wilson demonstrating his fighting spirit and composure under pressure.
WHAT A MATCH! 🤯
— WST (@WeAreWST) January 17, 2025
Kyren Wilson beats Luca Brecel 6-4 in an all-time classic at Alexandra Palace!#TheMasters | @JohnstonesTrade pic.twitter.com/Hw1dLJDzdG
The win sets up a highly anticipated semi-final clash between Wilson and Judd Trump. Wilson's victory over Brecel showcased his ability to perform under pressure, and he will need to draw upon this resilience as he faces the formidable Trump in the next round.
The ninth frame proved to be a nail-biting, 30-minute thriller, with the balls behaving erratically. Despite the challenges, Luca Brecel eventually emerged victorious, narrowing the deficit to 5-4 and keeping his hopes alive.
The final frame was an even more intense affair, with both players facing immense pressure. However, Kyren Wilson held his nerve, sinking a long pink to secure the victory and book his place in the semi-finals against Judd Trump. Trump had earlier defeated Ding Junhui 6-3.
The only previous occasion Luca Brecel and Kyren Wilson have met in the triple crown series, The Belgian Bullet was EPIC! 🔥
— WST (@WeAreWST) January 17, 2025
Ahead of their Johnstone's Paint Masters quarter-final, let's revisit the 2021 UK Championship semi-finals 🎞#TheMasters pic.twitter.com/Ui9PIC2o5u
Wilson was visibly relieved and elated after the win, saying, “To be honest, with what's gone on today, that's one of the best wins of my career. I'm in bits after that, honestly.” He also looked ahead to his semi-final clash with Trump, adding, “It's up to me and Judd now to give them (the fans) value for money. Hopefully, we can deliver tomorrow night, and everybody goes home happy.”
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