German Masters Chaos: Rogue Nail Halts Kyren Wilson’s Semi-Final in Bizarre Snooker Stoppage

In a truly bizarre moment at the German Masters, Kyren Wilson and Xiao Guodong’s semi-final was unexpectedly halted due to a nail sticking out from under the carpet at Berlin’s Tempodrom. As Wilson prepared to take his shot in the opening frame, he noticed an unevenness beneath his feet. Concerned that it could affect his stance and shot accuracy, the reigning world champion insisted that the issue be resolved before play could continue.

Such an interruption is rare in snooker, a sport that requires precision and consistency. While stoppages due to streakers, power failures, or even insects landing on the table have happened before, this was certainly a unique situation. The delay might have disrupted the players’ rhythm, but ensuring a level playing surface was crucial for fairness. Once the issue was fixed, play resumed, with both players hoping to regain their focus and push for a place in the final.