Summary
Barry Hawkins won his first Welsh Open snooker title by defeating Jack Lisowski with a score of 9-5. Hawkins took a strong lead early in the match, making it difficult for Lisowski to catch up, and eventually secured victory in the 14th frame.
Key Facts
- Barry Hawkins won the Welsh Open final with a score of 9-5 against Jack Lisowski.
- This victory marks Hawkins' first Welsh Open title.
- Hawkins dominated the afternoon session, winning seven of the first eight frames.
- Lisowski made a comeback attempt by winning the first three frames of the evening session.
- Hawkins won his first rankings title in three years.
- The match ended with Hawkins lifting the Ray Reardon trophy.
- Hawkins previously reached the Welsh Open final in 2018 but was defeated by John Higgins.
- Lisowski, playing in his first Welsh Open final, praised Hawkins for his performance.
