Stephen Hendry reveals that even Mark Selby couldn’t help but chuckle at Wu Yize’s daring shot choices during the World Snooker Championship! 🎱😂
In a thrilling ride to his maiden Crucible title, Wu made quite the name for himself with his unconventional shots and fearless attitude. The young Chinese star clinched an 18-17 victory over Shaun Murphy, after also taking down Mark Allen in the semi-finals with a nail-biting finish. But it was his earlier win against the four-time world champion, Selby, that had everyone talking. Wu’s 13-11 triumph included a jaw-dropping two-cushion plant shot that left fans and fellow players in awe.
On his Cue Tips YouTube channel, snooker legend Stephen Hendry attempted to replicate this standout moment, shedding light on Selby’s reaction. Known for his strategic prowess, Selby found himself laughing at Wu’s high-risk, high-reward plays. Hendry shared, “Mark was in disbelief at some of the shots Wu went for with the potential risk involved—he had the confidence to back his instincts.”
Hendry, once the embodiment of attacking snooker in the ’90s, sees a bit of himself in Wu. He praised Wu’s aggressive style, saying, “He plays like I did—backing himself to pot anything, no matter the pressure.” With the likes of Wu, 2025 world champ Zhao Xintong, and the ever-improving Chang Bingyu, Hendry is excited about the future of snooker. “These young talents could rule the table for years,” he mused.
The snooker world is certainly buzzing with excitement at this new era of fearless play! What do you think of Wu’s bold moves? 🎱🤔 #SnookerChampionship #WuYize #MarkSelby #StephenHendry #SnookerLegends