32 Players Advance to Round of 16 at World Pool Championship in Jeddah
The Round of 32 at the World Pool Championship wrapped up Friday morning at the Green Halls in Jeddah, showcasing top talent from over 40 nations.
After a series of high-stakes matches, 32 players have earned their place in the Round of 16, which kicks off today at 2:00 p.m. Quarterfinals will follow later in the evening at 8:00 p.m.
The tournament continues into Saturday with the semifinals and the championship match, where the next world champion will be crowned in a 15-rack final showdown.
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