Pakistan’s Ahsan becomes youngest world snooker champion

Doha: Pakistan’s `16-year-old Ahsan Ramzan created history by becoming the youngest IBSF world snooker champion after beating Iran’s Amir Sarkosh in the final.
In a thrilling final which took place at the Qatar Billiards & Snooker Federation’s hall, 27th seeded Ramzan beat experienced Sarkosh 6-5 with scores of 63-60, 91-0(70), 56-34, 01-102(102), 28-68, 27-66, 86-18, 1-70, 69-0, 63-17, 67-25.
Ramzan had earlier defeated compatriot and defending champion Mohamed Asif in the semifinal.
The International Billiards and Snooker Federation (IBSF) Vice-President Jim Leacy extended an invitation to both the finalists for the World Games 2022 to be held in Birmingham, USA.
Ramzan dedicated his triumph to Pakistani people.
“Thanks to Almighty Allah for letting me win the world championship at the age of 16. This victory is dedicated to all Pakistanis out there,” the young cueist said.
“After beating Asif in the semi-final, I was pretty confident to win the championship. I would also like to thank my friends, my club, snooker federation and my family for their support. Without their support, this title wasn’t possible,” he added.