Ken Doherty, the 1997 World Champion, has the opportunity to win the World Seniors event on Sunday after a dominant 4-1 semi-final win over Barry Pinches. He will face Brazil’s Igor Figueiredo in the final, who defeated defending champion Jimmy White in the quarter-finals. Doherty is seeking his first World Seniors crown after narrowly losing in the final to White in 2020. He expressed his excitement for the final match and is determined to give his best effort against Figueiredo.
Figueiredo secured his spot in the final with a convincing 4-1 victory over Malta’s Tony Drago, including impressive century breaks of 110 and 119. He expressed his happiness with his performance and is looking forward to facing Doherty in the final showdown. The final will be a best-of-nine frames match with the winner taking home the trophy and a £20,000 winner’s cheque. The showpiece match is scheduled to start at 12pm UK time at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.
In the earlier rounds of the World Seniors Championship, notable results included Stuart Watson defeating Tony Knowles 3-0, James Wattana beating Rodney Goggins 3-2, and Barry Pinches defeating Joe Johnson 3-1 in the quarter-finals. The event has seen a high level of play from seasoned snooker professionals, with exciting matches and impressive performances leading up to the final showdown between Doherty and Figueiredo. Fans can stream the action live on discovery+, the Eurosport app, and at eurosport.com.
Doherty, a former World Champion, is determined to add a World Seniors title to his list of achievements and is focused on giving his best performance in the final against Figueiredo. The Irishman is looking to avenge his close loss in the 2020 final and is prepared for the challenge ahead. On the other hand, Figueiredo is riding high on confidence after his strong performances in the tournament, including defeating defending champion Jimmy White in the quarter-finals.
The anticipation is high for the final match between Doherty and Figueiredo, with both players eager to claim victory and lift the World Seniors Championship trophy. Snooker fans can expect a thrilling and competitive encounter as these two seasoned professionals battle it out on the green baize at the iconic Crucible Theatre. The stage is set for an exciting conclusion to the tournament, with Doherty and Figueiredo showcasing their skills and determination in pursuit of the title. The final promises to be a fitting conclusion to a tournament filled with drama and memorable moments.
