During the qualifying stage, Chang produced an impressive 147 maximum break, which contributed to his earnings. For achieving two maximum breaks in the season’s Triple Crown events, he received a substantial bonus of £147,000.

Additionally, Chang was awarded £15,000 for having the highest break at the World Championship. His performance continues to draw attention despite his controversial past.

In December 2022, Chang faced a 20-month ban due to involvement in a match-fixing scandal that implicated ten Chinese players. His ban expired in December 2024.

After returning from his suspension, Chang won the Asia-Pacific Championship and was runner-up in the 2025 Scottish Open. He admitted to fixing a match at the 2022 British Open under pressure from Liang Wenbo, who received a lifetime ban along with Li Hang.

Shaun Murphy praised Chang’s recent performance after a match in the Welsh Open, stating it was among the best he had ever witnessed in his 35 years playing snooker. Murphy remarked that if it were a player like Ronnie O’Sullivan or Judd Trump, it would have made headlines.

The snooker community remains divided on Chang’s future and potential for redemption. Observers will be closely watching how he performs in upcoming tournaments as he continues to rebuild his career.

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The match is a best-of-33 encounter, and Higgins made his first century break of the contest in the last session. The final session will begin on Saturday at 14:30 BST.

Murphy had battled back to tie the match at 8-8 ahead of their evening session after the first session ended in a 4-4 tie. This comeback highlighted his resilience throughout the tournament.

Higgins, a four-time world champion, will turn 51 later this month. His experience may play a crucial role as he seeks to secure his place in the final.

The last session promises to be intense, with both players eager to clinch victory. Observers expect a thrilling finish as they vie for a spot in the championship match.

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