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Last updated: April 23, 2026, 11:31 AM ET

Snooker World Championship

Hossein Vafaei made history at the 2026 World Championship, becoming the first qualifier to secure a victory at the Crucible this year, defeating China's Si Jiahui. The Iranian player's impressive showing now sets up a highly anticipated showdown against former champion Judd Trump in the next round of the tournament.