Chang stuns Murphy to make history at Welsh Open
Former Welsh Open champion Shaun Murphy is knocked out in a shock first-round whitewash by China's Chang Bingyu.
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Amir Sarkhosh is an Iranian snooker player.
Chang Bingyu is a Chinese snooker player known for his remarkable performance in the Welsh Open.
Ireland assistant coach who is focused on the upcoming 2030 World Cup.
Jackson Page is a Welsh snooker player who competed in the Welsh Open.
Jimmy Robertson is an English professional snooker player.
Luca Brecel is a Belgian professional snooker player.
Shaun Murphy is a professional snooker player and World Champion.
Stan Moody is a young English snooker player who achieved a strong first-round victory.
Zhao Xintong is a Chinese professional snooker player aiming for a third consecutive ranking event win.
Zhou Yuelong is a Chinese snooker player who also competed in the Welsh Open.
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Former Welsh Open champion Shaun Murphy is knocked out in a shock first-round whitewash by China's Chang Bingyu.
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