Shanghai Masters snooker 2025 LIVE RESULTS: Kyren Wilson beats Zhao Xintong to book final meeting with Carter
Ali Carter became the first player to book his spot in the final with a 10-8 win over Mark Selby on Friday.
The Captain will face Kyren Wilson in Sunday's final after the 2024 world champion beat current Crucible king Zhao Xintong 10-5.
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