In a stunning upset, Mohammad Asif, reigning IBSF World Champion, outplays Stephen Hendry, the legendary seven-time world snooker champion, at the ongoing #BritishOpen2023 qualifying round. Asif clinched victory with a 4-2 win, marking an intense battle of skill and precision on the green baize.
Hendry’s break of 73 set a formidable pace, initially overshadowing Asif’s game. However, the Pakistani prodigy displayed remarkable resilience, bouncing back to seize the next three frames and a commanding 3-1 lead.
Hendry proved his mettle, narrowing the gap to one frame with a 74-43 victory in the fifth round. Yet, Asif’s nerves of steel prevailed, securing the sixth frame with a break of 66 to clinch the match, 4-2.
Final scores: 6-92, 85-11, 63-41, 58-41, 43-74, 67-30. Asif’s triumphant performance earns him £3,000 and a coveted spot among the top 64 players in the main draw.
