Wu Yize reaches final after Mark Allen misses match‑winning black

In a dramatic semi‑final at the World Snooker Championship, Wu Yize secured his place in the final after Mark Allen missed a simple black that would have sealed the match. The incident occurred in the final frame of their clash, leaving Allen to reflect on a costly error that cost him a spot in the title match.

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Wu’s progression marks a significant achievement for the 23‑year‑old, who has now reached the sport’s premier event for the first time. The Chinese player will face the winner of the other semi‑final in the concluding stage of the tournament.

Allen, a former world number one, expressed disappointment at his miss, describing it as a pivotal moment in his career. The match highlighted the fine margins that can decide high‑stakes encounters in snooker, with the final now set to showcase a new contender for the sport’s biggest prize, according to BBC Sport coverage of the event.