Thai Snooker Star Thepchaiya Un-Nooh Hits Eighth Career Maximum Break

Thai snooker professional Thepchaiya Un-Nooh, known as 'F1', delivered a spectacular performance at the International Championship in Nanjing, China, by securing a 147 maximum break in the opening frame of his match against three-time world champion Mark Williams. Despite this historic achievement, Thepchaiya ultimately lost the round-of-32 match with a final score of 3-6 frames. This feat marks the eighth maximum break of his career, moving him into sole possession of seventh place on the all-time list for most maximum breaks, surpassing Chinese legend Ding Junhui. For residents and visitors interested in sports, this accomplishment highlights the growing prominence of Thai athletes on the global stage. Thepchaiya is currently in contention for the tournament's 'High Break' prize, valued at 5,000 pounds (approximately 220,000 Thai Baht). Whether he secures this additional reward remains to be confirmed, as it depends on whether any other competitor manages to equal or exceed his 147-point performance throughout the remainder of the tournament. This season has already seen six maximum breaks recorded, underscoring the high level of competition in the current professional circuit.