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Actions speak louder than words: How Ding Junhui became the eye of China’s perfect storm

When nature called for Ding Junhui’s father at the local pool club, his eight-year-old son picked up the cue and served humble pie to a Chinese professional. By 2005 he was doing the very same to Steve Davis in the final of the UK Championship.

Ding Junhui (right) is congratulated on his maximum break of 147 by Ronnie O’Sullivan (left) on day two of the MrQ Masters at Alexandra Palace, London. Picture date: Monday January 8, 2024. PA Photo. See PA story SNOOKER Masters. Picture: John Walton/PA Wire. (John Walton/PA)