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Talking Snooker Episode 242 - Zhao Xintong wins Players Championship

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Show Notes

Phil and Nick return with reflections on the Players Championship and another success for world champion Zhao Xintong.

There's a look back at Zhao's win in the final against John Higgins and all the results from the tournament.

There's also talk about Channel 5 coverage - with Phil reflecting on his own role on their team - and what Telford is like as a venue.

Plus early news from the Welsh Open, our thoughts on Ronnie O'Sullivan being entered for the World Seniors and a round-up of everything else happening in snooker.

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