Chang Bingyu Shocks Edinburgh: Young Sensation Knocks Out Maguire, But Falls Short to Wakelin in Thrilling Final
Chang Bingyu delivered a sensational performance at the Scottish Open, causing a major upset by defeating home favorite Stephen Maguire 4-2 in the last 32. The 23-year-old from China showed remarkable poise and resilience, silencing the home crowd and ending any hopes of a local player lifting the prestigious title. His victory over Maguire was one of the most talked-about moments of the tournament, with many praising the young star for his clinical and calm display under pressure.
However, Chang couldn’t carry his momentum into the final, where he was defeated by the in-form Chris Wakelin. The 33-year-old, a former rugby player turned snooker champion, clinched his second career ranking title with a 9-5 win. Chang admitted feeling the weight of the occasion, acknowledging that stage fright and too much respect for Wakelin had affected his performance. He regretted not playing his best game but reflected positively on his journey to the final.
Wakelin, ever gracious in victory, lauded Chang’s impressive run to the final, particularly his surprise win over Maguire, and was full of praise for the young Chinese player’s potential. “There are many more finals ahead for Chang,” Wakelin said. “He’ll learn and grow from this experience. Congratulations to him for a fantastic tournament.”
Although disappointed with the final result, Chang remains optimistic, knowing that every setback is a valuable lesson on his path to future success.
