In a thrilling quarter-final battle at the Wuhan Open, Judd Trump and Chris Wakelin went head-to-head in the evening session, with Trump narrowly edging out his compatriot in a final-frame decider. The match was tense and balanced until the very end, with only the colors left in the final frame. However, a costly miss on the brown by Wakelin allowed Trump to seize the opportunity and avoid a potential upset.

After his victory, Trump advanced to the semi-finals where he is set to face Si Jiahui. This win marked one of Trump’s toughest matches of the season so far, showcasing his resilience and skill on the table.

Wakelin went into the match looking to change his luck against Trump, having lost in all 13 of their previous encounters. Despite this daunting statistic, Wakelin started strong, with a series of red-and-pink combinations leading to a break of 97. Trump had his own moments of brilliance but also struggled with some key shots, like a simple red early on that he missed with the rest.

As the match progressed, Wakelin strategically set snooker traps for Trump, trying to capitalize on his advantage. However, Trump showed his class by landing crucial shots and making important breaks to stay in the game. A missed green error from Wakelin proved costly as Trump potted everything except the black to close the gap.

The match continued to be a tightly contested affair, with both players showcasing their skills and determination. Trump’s resilience paid off as he secured his highest break of the match and managed to reduce the deficit back to one. Despite facing some challenges, Trump remained focused and determined to come out on top.

In the end, it was Trump’s composure under pressure that saw him through to the semi-finals, where he will face a new opponent in Si Jiahui. The clash between Trump and Wakelin was a testament to the competitive spirit of snooker and the talent of these top players in the sport.