World 3-Cushion Championship: Vietnamese Billiard Players Triumph in Opening Matches
The 76th World Championship 3-Cushion Billiards tournament witnessed an intense rivalry between the current champion, Vinh, and the runner-up, Chien. As the tournament unfolded, Chien, ranked second worldwide, aimed to dethrone Vinh, who held the number three spot. In the Group C opener, Chien faced off against Daniel Morales from Colombia. Displaying his prowess, Chien surged ahead with an early six-point lead, extending it to 7-2. He continued his stellar performance with a remarkable 10-point run, pulling ahead to a commanding 20-12 lead. Although Morales staged a comeback to tie the game at 23-23, Chien remained unfazed. He showcased his resilience and ultimately clinched the match with a score of 40-30 in just 22 turns, temporarily claiming the top spot in Group C. On Thursday, Chien will face his final group-stage challenge against Kostantinos Kokkori from Greece, aiming to secure the first-place finish in the group. Meanwhile, in Group A, the defending champion Vinh demon...