In an exciting start to the World Cup billiards Porto 2026 held in Portugal, Vietnamese player Bao Phuong Vinh delivered a remarkable performance, defeating Naser Awwad from Jordan with a score of 40-20. Despite a slow start, Phuong Vinh exploded into action with significant scoring runs, including a series of 9 and 11 points that solidified his lead.

During the match, Phuong Vinh initially struggled, managing only 10 points over the first 15 turns. However, he turned the tide in the 16th turn, scoring 9 points to take a commanding lead of 19-11. He continued to dominate, adding 5 more points in the 19th turn, extending his advantage to 25-14. The highlight of his performance was an impressive 11-point series in the 21st turn, pushing the score to 36-16.

Phuong Vinh's victory was not only a personal triumph but also a significant moment for Vietnamese billiards on the international stage. He now looks forward to upcoming matches against Birol Uymaz from Turkey and the reigning world number one, Cho Myung-woo from South Korea, in the next rounds of the tournament.

In another thrilling match in the same round, Cho Myung-woo staged a remarkable comeback against Birol Uymaz. After trailing 27-3 after 12 turns, Cho executed two spectacular scoring series of 11 and 14 points, ultimately winning the match 40-39 after 24 turns. This victory highlights Cho's resilience and skill, further enhancing his reputation as a top contender in the tournament.

The World Cup billiards Porto 2026 features a round-robin format where players compete to earn points and rankings, with the top two players from each group advancing to the knockout stage. As the tournament progresses, fans are eager to see how these talented players will perform in the upcoming matches.