The Chinese snooker superstar Zhao Xintong once again showcased his brilliance by defeating world No.1 Judd Trump at the Tour Championship on Sunday, April 5, in Manchester, completing a historic Players Series Slam.
With this victory, the 29-year-old became the first player in history to win all three Players Series events in a single season, having already secured the World Grand Prix and Players Championship titles earlier this year.
Zhao Xington vs Judd Trump
Zhao defeated Judd Trump 10-3 in the final. Heading into the evening session with a 5-3 lead, he completely took control, winning four consecutive frames to stretch the lead to 9-3 before sealing the title. Following the match, Trump praised Zhao's form calling him the 'best player' in recent times, "Over the last two months, Zhao has been the best player in the world. I always enjoy the challenge-it's up to me to go away and try to improve."
After his historic win, Zhao claimed Judd to be his favourite player of the sport, "This is a big moment for me. Judd Trump is my favourite player,' he said. 'I am really happy and lucky that tonight I am the one who has won," he added. "It may look easy, but actually I was very nervous. I am happy to have won all six of the finals I've been in."
How Much Did Zhao Xintong Earn in Prize Money?
Zhao Xintong earned a massive £150,000 for winning the Tour Championship. With this victory, his total prize money for the season crossed 1 million Euroes, making him only the third player in history to exceed a million euroes in a single season, after Ronnie O'Sullivan and Judd Trump.
Zhao Xintong Net Worth
Although not officially confirmed, Zhao Xintong's net worth is estimated to be over £2 million, even before his latest Tour Championship victory.
Who is Zhao Xintong?
Zhao Xintong is a Chinese professional snooker player and reigning world champion. He made history by becoming the first Asian player to win the World Snooker Championship. He was born on April 3, 1997, in Songgang Subdistrict, Bao'an District, Shenzhen, China. He is the only child of his parents, Zhao Xiaowei and Wen Anxiao.
Zhao began his professional career at the age of 19 during the 2016-17 season. Four Years later in 2021 he won the UK Championship, defeating Luca Brecel 10-5 in the final, entering the top level of the sport. This victory propelled him into the top 16 rankings.
Why was Zhao Xington banned?
However, his career faced a major setback in January 2023 when he, along with several other Chinese players, was suspended by the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA). He received a 20-month ban due to involvement in a match-fixing-related investigation. Later, it was clarified that Zhao was not directly involved in fixing matches but was found guilty of placing bets on behalf of another player, Yan Bingtao, in matches played in 2022.
After serving his ban, Zhao made a strong comeback through the amateur Q Tour, winning four consecutive events and finishing at the top of the Q Tour Europe rankings. He qualified again for the 2024 UK Championship, although he was eliminated in the first round. Since then, he has rebuilt his career and returned to the top level with remarkable performances.
Ranking Titles
2021 UK Championship
2022 German Masters
2025 World Snooker Championship
2026 World Grand Prix
2026 Players Championship
2026 Tour Championship
Zhao Xington's Personal Life: Wife, Age, Height
As of now, there is no official confirmation that Zhao Xintong is married. He is reportedly in a relationship with his girlfriend, Yiyi, who was seen celebrating with him after his World Championship win in 2025. She is believed to be a British-Chinese woman.
His Personal Details:
Age: 29
Height: 5'11"
Wife: Not married