对于中国市场而言，PSPA（职业斯诺克球员协会）的出现或许也有其积极意义。PSPA不仅有可能让WST赋予斯诺克球员更高的自由度，让更 多斯诺克球员前往中国参加各种赛事，同时中国在提升现有斯诺克赛事级别或创立新赛事方面有望争取到更多的话语权。 距离赵心童拿下2025斯诺克世锦赛冠军、2024-25赛季落下大幕还不到100天，一众斯诺克球员已经投入到2025-26赛季的第三站赛事——沙特大师赛的争 夺当中。 而就在沙特大师赛开打前两天，斯诺克界传出重磅消息：一个名为职业斯诺克球员协会（以下简称PSPA）的全新组织宣告成立，四届世锦赛冠军"巫 师"希金斯担任该协会主席。"为斯诺克球员提供更大的话语权"，"对这项运动的发展意义重大"，在希金斯口中，PSPA这一有着球员工会属性的组织被赋 予了相当宏大的愿景和意义。霎时间，斯诺克球员与斯诺克权力机构之间多年来积累的矛盾再次被搬上台面，一场关于斯诺克球员与顶层管理机构之间的 博弈似乎已到白热化阶段。 火箭丁俊晖站队，PSPA蓄势待发 据BBC报道，PSPA内部设置一个球员委员会，成员包括希金斯、特鲁姆普、凯伦·威尔逊、塞尔比、霍金斯、肖恩·墨菲等顶尖斯诺克球员，加上口头同 ...

Core Insights - Zhao Xintong's victory at the World Snooker Championship marks a significant milestone as he becomes the first Chinese and Asian player to win this prestigious title, highlighting the rise of Chinese snooker on the global stage [1] - The number of Chinese players reaching the last 32 in the championship has increased to 10, the highest representation ever, indicating a strong presence of Chinese talent in the sport [1] Industry Growth - The popularity of snooker in China has surged since Ding Junhui's 2005 victory at the UK Championship, leading to over 30 million fans and a significant increase in professional players [2] - The number of snooker halls in China has expanded to over 160,000, contrasting with the decline in the UK, where the number has dropped from 12,000 to 4,000 [2] - The World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA) has increased the number of major events held in China to five annually, enhancing local players' exposure and fan engagement [3] Market Potential - The average annual growth rate of self-service billiard halls in China is approximately 20%, with the overall market size exceeding 100 billion yuan [4] - Projections indicate that by 2028, the number of billiard enthusiasts in China could surpass 60 million, with the market size potentially reaching 3.5 trillion yuan [4] - Zhao Xintong's championship win is expected to accelerate the trend of snooker becoming a more mainstream sport in China, similar to the impact of Yao Ming in basketball and Li Na in tennis [4]

Core Viewpoint - The victory of Zhao Xintong in the 2025 Snooker World Championship marks a significant milestone for Chinese snooker, being the first champion from China in this prestigious event, which is considered the most influential in the snooker field [1][2]. Group 1: Historical Context - The Chinese snooker scene has been evolving since 20 years ago when Ding Junhui won the China Open, igniting a wave of interest in the sport across the nation [2]. - Dongguan's Changping Town has emerged as a key player in the development of snooker in China, leveraging its geographical advantages and historical connections to notable players like Ding Junhui and Zhao Xintong [2][4]. Group 2: Development of Snooker in Changping - Changping's strategic location near major cities like Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong facilitates the organization of international events and player exchanges, making it a preferred site for the World Snooker Association's expansion in South China [4]. - The establishment of the Dongying Billiards Club in 1995 was pivotal in fostering local talent and promoting snooker, leading to the rise of several prominent players [5][6]. Group 3: Current Initiatives and Future Prospects - Changping is actively working to enhance its snooker profile by hosting various levels of competitions, including the CBSA World Snooker Tour, and has secured the rights to host the Women's Snooker World Championship from 2024 to 2026 [10][11]. - The local government is focusing on creating a sustainable snooker ecosystem by integrating training, manufacturing, and event hosting, with the establishment of the CBSA World Snooker Academy in Changping being a significant milestone [11][12]. Group 4: Economic and Cultural Impact - The rise of snooker in Changping is seen as a potential driver for local economic development, with initiatives aimed at increasing public participation and integrating snooker with tourism and local culture [10][14]. - The local community is encouraged to engage with snooker through various events and projects, such as village-level competitions and themed tourism initiatives, to broaden the sport's appeal [10][15]. Group 5: Broader Industry Trends - The snooker industry in China is experiencing rapid growth, with over 161,000 related enterprises and an annual registration growth rate exceeding 30% over the past decade, indicating a robust market potential [16]. - Zhao Xintong's recent success is expected to further popularize snooker among the youth, potentially transforming Changping from a local hub into a global snooker industry center [16].