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Donaldson's Emotional UK Championship Triumph
2 Dec
Summary
- Scott Donaldson, ranked 52nd, achieved a career-best victory.
- He overcame an emotional pre-match tribute to his late father.
- Donaldson battled back from a significant deficit to win.
Scott Donaldson, currently ranked 52nd in the world, achieved a significant career milestone at the UK Championship by defeating eighth seed Mark Allen. The 31-year-old Scot's victory was particularly poignant as it followed the recent death of his father. Donaldson was visibly emotional before the match, which featured his father's favorite song.
Donaldson showcased impressive form, having previously fought back from a 5-0 deficit to win his final qualifying round match. In his encounter with Allen, he established an early 3-0 lead. Despite Allen pulling a frame back, Donaldson maintained his composure through several lengthy and demanding frames to secure a decisive 6-1 win.
The tournament also saw other close contests, including Zhang Anda's narrow 6-5 victory over Gary Wilson in a deciding frame. Zhang is set to face reigning champion Zhao Xintong in the next round, following Zhao's own dominant 6-1 win against Long Zehuang.
