Barry Hawkins pulled off a major upset at the Tour Championship, stunning fan-favorite Judd Trump with a decisive victory. This article breaks down the key moments of Hawkins’ remarkable win, analyzing the match’s pivotal points and Hawkins’ impressive form. Discover how Hawkins’ strategic brilliance and composure lead him to defeat Trump,and what this victory means for his chances in the rest of the Tour Championship.
hawkins Stuns Trump at Tour Championship
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Manchester, England—Barry Hawkins delivered a stunning upset at the Tour Championship, ousting world No. 1 Judd Trump in a 10-5 quarterfinal showdown.
Match Highlights: A Rollercoaster Ride
- Early Lead: Trump initially surged ahead, establishing a 2-1 advantage.
- Hawkins’ Surge: Hawkins then seized control, winning six consecutive frames to build a commanding lead.
- Trump’s Resistance: despite a break of 103, Trump struggled to regain momentum.
- Hawkins Closes Out: Hawkins, displaying composure, secured the victory with breaks of 121 and 81.
Key Moments
The turning point came mid-match when Hawkins strung together six frames, showcasing his tactical prowess and capitalizing on Trump’s errors.
Hawkins’ Perspective
Following his victory, Hawkins shared his thoughts:
I’m just trying to concentrate on what I do that makes me play well.
Barry Hawkins
He added, reflecting on his performance and the importance of the win:
I’m over the moon. It wasn’t quite the same performance as against Shaun but I still felt like I was solid enough. I took most of my chances when they came along – it’s not easy to beat the world number one.
Barry Hawkins
Hawkins’ Recent Form
This victory underscores Hawkins’ impressive form, building on his dominant 10-1 win against Shaun Murphy in the previous round.
Looking Ahead
Hawkins now awaits the winner of the match between John Higgins and Xiao Guodong to determine his opponent in the semifinal.
- Higgins vs. Guodong: Higgins currently leads 5-3, fueled by century breaks of 137 and 126.
Other Tournament Developments
In another quarterfinal match, Mark Selby established a strong lead against Neil Robertson:
- selby’s Dominance: Selby won six consecutive frames to take a 7-1 lead over Robertson.
