Talking Snooker Episode 209 - Zhao Xintong wins World Championship + Review of 24/25 snooker season (and Sheffield glory for Phil)

Talking Snooker

Phil and Nick are back again with the final episode of the season, reflecting on an historic moment for the sport as Zhao Xintong becomes snooker's first ever Chinese world champion.

There's also more talk about the complications surrounding Zhao's win, including complaints from several players that the new world champion - who has recently returned from a ban for his involvement in the sport's biggest ever match fixing scandal - will keep his ranking points for next season.

There's plenty of chat about the tournament overall, including television coverage. And we don't hesitate to bring you details of Sheffield glory for Phil, who took home the trophy after winning the Media World Championship.

We also catch up with your correspondence and end the episode by reviewing the 24/25 season. Highlights included four tournament wins for Kyren Wilson, UK Championship glory for Judd Trump, Masters victory for Shaun Murphy and a return to the winner's circle at last for star names Ding Junhui and John Higgins.

That's your lot for now and we'll be taking a break from the podcast for the next month. We look forward to you joining us again in June when we'll be back with our summer season of episodes. Sincere thanks for your company throughout the last 11 months - and for all the kind words you've said to us in person or via emails and tweets.

All the best to Talking Snooker listeners everywhere

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