Carlo Biado became the former world champion

On the evening of September 27, the two finalists of the 2025 Men's 10-Ball World Championship were confirmed as Alex Kazakis (Greece) and Ko Ping Chung (Taiwan). Thus, Carlo Biado (Philippines) was unable to defend his title.

Carlo Biado lost with conviction

Contrary to the audience's expectations of a dramatic semi-final, Ko Ping Chung dominated the game and quickly ended the first set with a score of 4-1. In the second set, Carlo Biado tried to turn the game around but failed. The two players fought to a hill-hill score, but their bravery in the deciding game helped Ko Ping Chung continue to win. Continuing the momentum of excitement, Ko Ping Chung won the third set with a score of 4-2, thereby defeating Carlo Biado 3-0, and entering the final.

Carlo Biado (black shirt) could not show good form in the semi-finals

PHOTO: Organizing Committee

Van Boeining stopped despite being rated higher than his opponent.

PHOTO: Organizing Committee

Shan Van Boening also failed

In the other semi-final, Shane Van Boening (USA) faced Alex Kazakis (Greece). Considered to be more experienced, Van Boening started slowly and lost 0-4 in the first set. The American player regained his form, winning 4-0 in set 2 to level the score. In set 3, Kazakis took advantage of the opportunity, taking the lead with a 4-2 victory. Van Boening then brought the match back to balance by winning 4-2 in set 4.

The decisive set 5 was dramatic and ended in a 3-3 draw, forcing the two players into a "life and death" penalty shootout. Here, both needed a total of 26 penalty rounds - the longest in the history of world billiards pool to decide the winner. Kazakis showed his coolness and bravery, winning a narrow 13-12 victory, thereby making his name in the final match against Ko Ping Chung. The final match will take place on September 28.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/carlo-biado-thanh-cuu-vuong-the-gioi-185250927202727952.htm