Kyren Wilson has secured his second World Snooker Championship final berth, overcoming David Gilbert 17-11, with the aid of a hypnotherapist to enhance his focus. Wilson is now set to bid for his first title in this prestigious event.
Kyren Wilson has reached the World Snooker Championship final after defeating David Gilbert 17-11 at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. This secured Wilson’s second appearance in the championship final, where he previously faced defeat against Ronnie O’Sullivan in 2020. Throughout the match, Wilson managed to pull ahead significantly during the second session, converting a 9-9 tie into a dominating lead by claiming five consecutive frames.
Wilson attributed part of his success to working with a hypnotherapist, which he believes helped him manage stress and improve his focus during play. Despite some discontent from Gilbert regarding the pace and conduct of the game, Wilson maintained respect for his competitor, dismissing any tensions and stressing his focus on the forthcoming final.
On the other side of the tournament, Jak Jones and Stuart Bingham competed in the other semi-final, raising the possibility of Jones being the first qualifier to make it to the final since 2016. Meanwhile, the snooker community continues to reflect on historical matches at the Crucible, especially with discussions about potentially relocating the championship post-2027.
The final is poised to be a significant event for Wilson, who is eyeing his first World Snooker Championship title, signaling a potential high point in his career following several high-profile setbacks in other major finals. Wilson will face either Bingham or Jones as he aims to capitalize on this opportunity to secure his legacy within the sport.
