Welsh snooker player Jak Jones is leading the semi-final against Stuart Bingham 13-10 at the World Snooker Championship held at the Crucible Theatre. After starting off at an even 8-8 according to earlier reports, Jones propelled himself into a commanding position with an impressive run of five consecutive frames. Bingham, the 2015 champion, who had a remarkable victory over Ronnie O’Sullivan in the quarter-finals, struggled to maintain consistency, aside from scoring a notable 104 break.

On the other side of the draw, Kyren Wilson has established a dominant 14-10 lead against David Gilbert. Wilson, recognised for his consistent play, surged ahead with five consecutive wins, pushing him closer to a potential final berth.

This tournament is proving intense, with qualifications for the final round to be concluded soon. Jak Jones, currently ranked 44th in the world, is aiming to repeat history akin to underdog stories such as Ding Junhui in 2016 and Shaun Murphy in 2005, by reaching the World Championship final as a qualifier. The outcomes of the semi-finals will set the stage for the final, to occur on the following Sunday and Monday.