DOHA – Pakistani cueist Muhammad Asif clinched his third IBSF World Snooker Championship title in Doha, Qatar.
At 42, Asif entered as a wildcard qualifier and, after advancing through the qualifying rounds, showcased strong performances in the main and knockout stages to win the title.
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In the final, Asif faced Iran’s Ali Gharagozloo. He took the lead in the first frame 70-25, but Gharagozloo leveled the match by winning the second frame 94-7. Asif regained control, winning the third frame 62-8 and dominating the fourth with a 106 clearance, his sixth century break in the tournament, to make it 3-1. He continued to build his lead, winning the fifth frame 82-12.
Although Gharagozloo fought back, winning the sixth and seventh frames, Asif sealed his victory in the eighth frame with a 93 break.
This marks Asif’s third individual World Championship title, adding to his earlier wins in 2012 and 2019, and his fifth world title overall.
