Excellently defeating the world's number 1 player, Tran Thanh Luc entered the final of the Bogota World Cup

Early morning of March 3, Tran Thanh Luc excellently defeated the world's number 1 player, Dutch Dick Jaspers, in the semi-finals of the 3-cushion carom billiards World Cup in Bogota (Colombia).

Tran Thanh Luc excelled in the final of the Bogota World Cup - Photo: DUC PHONG

Dick Jaspers is considered a candidate for the championship. In the round of 16, he eliminated Vietnam's number 1 player Tran Quyet Chien. On the other side, Tran Thanh Luc is in very good form with consecutive wins to advance to the semi-finals.

Dick Jaspers continued to show his ability to score consistently at the start of the game. On the 7th base, he created a 6-point streak and on the 9th base, it was 5 points. The score was now 22-10.

Tran Thanh Luc regained his composure and responded strongly. The first half of the match ended with Dick Jaspers having a slim lead of 25-24.

The second set was a period when Thanh Luc came back from behind while Dick Jaspers suddenly slowed down. The Dutchman had a series of shots without scoring any points.

Meanwhile, Tran Thanh Luc was not too explosive but had regular scoring opportunities. His ability to run the ball also caused Jaspers some difficulties.

With 42 points, Thanh Luc created a series of 8 points to win the final 50-37. This result helped him reach the final of a 3-cushion carom billiards World Cup for the first time in his career.

He will face the winner of the other semi-final between Tolgahan Kiraz and Tayfun Tasdemir, both from Turkey. The Bogota World Cup final will begin at 6 a.m. on March 3.

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