(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
BetVictor English Open Day Six: Stuart Bingham Ends Four-Year Losing Streak
September 17, 2025
Stuart Bingham finally broke his four-year losing streak at the BetVictor English Open, cruising to a 4-0 win over Dylan Emery at the Brentwood Centre.
The 2015 World Champion, who lives just 25 minutes away in Basildon, had struggled at the venue since the tournament moved to Brentwood in 2022. Bingham showcased flawless form with breaks of 116, 103, 86, and 61, setting up an exciting clash with Northern Irishman Mark Allen, who defeated Scott Donaldson 4-1.
“I’ve broken the duck here in Brentwood. The first win in four years on my doorstep. I’m over the moon. I kept my concentration and made four good breaks,” said the 49-year-old.
Other Highlights
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Neil Robertson, defending champion, began his campaign with a 4-1 victory over Thailand’s Sunny Akani, contributing centuries of 105 and 136. He will face Jackson Page, who beat Zhao Hanyang 4-1.
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Zhao Xintong dazzled with a 4-0 whitewash over Ishpreet Singh Chadha, producing runs of 105, 134, and 110. Zhao will face Jack Lisowski, who defeated Thepchaiya Un-Nooh 4-2.
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World number one Judd Trump recorded his 1,100th and 1,101st career centuries in a 4-0 win over Michael Holt. Trump now meets Yuan Sijun in the next round.
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Gary Wilson secured a 4-2 victory over Sanderson Lam, setting up a North East England derby with Elliot Slessor, who beat Jimmy Robertson 4-2.
Trump reflected on his performance:
“It’s so nice to win tournaments early in the season. It takes the pressure off immediately and allows you to relax. Until you get that big prize, you are always a little on edge.”
The Day Six results set up several intriguing clashes in the Round of 16, promising more high-quality snooker as the tournament intensifies.
