Wu Yize beats Mark Allen in dramatic World Championship semi-final after missed black

China's Wu Yize reached the World Snooker Championship final following a dramatic semi-final victory over Mark Allen at the Crucible Theatre on May 2, 2026. The match was decided in the final frame after Allen suffered a heartbreaking miss on a routine black that would have secured his place in the final.

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Wu capitalised on Allen's error to pot the required balls and claim a famous victory. The Northern Irishman was left to rue his mistake, admitting afterward that he had blown the opportunity to win the match when it was within his grasp.

The result marks a significant breakthrough for Wu, who has emerged as one of snooker's rising talents in recent seasons. His composed performance under pressure highlighted his growing maturity on the big stage.

Wu will now await the winner of the other semi-final to determine his final opponent. The championship final is scheduled to take place later this week, where Wu will aim to capture the sport's most prestigious title.