On December 4, 2023, the ** Croatian British Championship decided the champion, O'Sullivan defeated Ding Junhui 10-7 to win his eighth British Championship title, and also set three records: he became the first player in history to win 8 titles in the British Championship, he became the first player in history to hit 1,000 times in the British Championship, and he also became the first player in history to play 1,000 halves in the British Championship. This final, which is also the 31st meeting between the two players, is known as the "Ding Olympics". In this game, although Ding Junhui lost, he also showed his strength and fighting spirit, he was interviewed by reporters after the game and said three words:
1. It was a very enjoyable game, and every duel with the rocket made me feel angry and enthusiastic. Ding Junhui used this sentence to express his attitude and feelings about this game, he was not disappointed because of the loss, but took this game as an opportunity to learn Xi and challenge, his admiration and respect for O'Sullivan also reflected his bearing and demeanor.
2. Although the Rockets wanted to suppress me comprehensively at the beginning of the finals and led 3:0 at the beginning, I was not discouraged and played my level relatively well overall. Ding Junhui used this sentence to express his analysis and evaluation of this game, he admitted O'Sullivan's advantages and pressure, but also affirmed his performance and progress, he did not give up because of a bad start, but stubbornly caught up, and even tied the score in the middle stage, he hit two shots to break 100 and four shots 50+, proving his level and strength.
3. Rocket O'Sullivan is very experienced, and his defense and offense are very comprehensive, and it is not easy to defeat him. Especially today I didn't take care of some details, so I didn't win the British Championship for the fourth time. Ding Junhui used this sentence to express his reflection and summary of this game, he recognized O'Sullivan's strength and difficulty to defeat, but also pointed out his own shortcomings and mistakes, he did not make excuses because of losing, but honestly admitted his gaps and problems, he did not lose heart because of losing, but actively sought to improve and break through.
This is Ding Junhui's defeat is still glorious, O'Sullivan is not easy to win the championship, **What is the inspiration of the Keying Championships, what do you think?What are your thoughts and feelings about this final?What are your comments and suggestions for the performance of Ding Junhui and O'Sullivan?You are welcome to leave your views and feelings in the comment area, and share and discuss with other netizens!