Video. Brecel qualified for the final
The Sun: ‘Best comeback in World Cup history’
The best comeback in World Cup history The Sun. “It is the most remarkable turnaround in the 47-year history of snooker play at Crucible Theatre. No one, not even a talent like Ronnie O’Sullivan or Stephen Hendry, has ever fought back like that from being nine frames behind in a match. Inspired and motivated by the presence of his girlfriend Laura, who only arrived in Sheffield on Friday, he turned the party to his will. He can become the first winner on Monday, who lives on the European mainland.”
Sky Sports: ‘Memorabele comeback’
“Brecel already started his memorable comeback on Friday evening. On Saturday he just continued,” writes Sky Sports. “Never before did Brecel get past the first round in Sheffield. Now he is straight into the final.”
BBC: ‘Amazing’
The BBC then chooses the term “amazing” to describe Brecel’s comeback. “In the first two sessions he was still dominated by the Chinese debutant Si. Brecel was visibly emotional after his fantastic comeback. He was cheered on by his girlfriend and friends who had come over from Belgium.”
John Parrott, world champion in 1991, told the BBC: “In addition to his enormous talent, he also showed a good portion of perseverance. He will remember this match for the rest of his life.”
The Guardian: ‘Comeback-king’
Finally, The Guardian. “Comeback king – comeback king”, describes the British newspaper Luca Brecel. “The return – which he already started on Friday evening – continued on Saturday. Good for the most spectacular comeback in The Crucible.”
