European snooker fans are amazed: Khmelevskyi Denys (UKR) wins the Int. Rheintal Snooker Open title.

The 14th Int. Rheintal Snooker Open once again proved to be one of the most impressive international snooker events in the Lake Constance region. Players from six nations competed in high-class duels, impressively confirming the sporting standards of the tournament. Thanks to a professional livestream, snooker fans from all over the world were able to follow every exciting second – in the final, up to 600 viewers simultaneously watched the action live.

The strong presence of up-and-coming talent was particularly encouraging. Italy’s Orsi, Switzerland’s rising star Jensen Schmid, and young German Jeremia brought a breath of fresh air to the field of participants. Many experts are convinced that we will be hearing a lot more from these youngsters soon – and one of them may well be at the top of the Rheintal Snooker Open winners’ list in the near future.

An event with style – dinner & draw

The traditional dinner with the exciting draw offered not only excellent cuisine but also the best entertainment. The mixture of thrills and good vibes made for an unforgettable evening for players and guests alike.

The semi-finals – pure excitement

Semi-final 1:

Darren Paris (ENG) vs. Hajiha Arman (IRN)

Former professional Darren Paris once again demonstrated his enormous class. With superb shots and tactical finesse, he prevailed against the strong Iranian Hajiha Arman and secured a well-deserved place in the final.

Semifinal 2:

Khmelevskyi Denys (UKR) vs. Marvin Losi (SUI)

A duel that made snooker fans’ hearts beat faster. Switzerland’s Marvin Losi and Ukraine’s Denys Khmelevskyi fought a closely contested match. It all came down to the decisive 5th frame, where Denys impressively demonstrated why he is one of the best players in the tournament. With nerves of steel and precise play, he secured his place in the final.

The final – snooker at TV level

The two finalists, Khmelevskyi Denys and Darren Paris, played a match that seemed tailor-made for TV: fast-paced, precise, and highly exciting.

The frame progression showed how evenly matched they were: 1:0, 1:1, 1:2, 2:2.

Then a tactical safety battle developed, revealing snooker in its purest form. Patience, precision, and mental strength determined the game.

A minor mistake by Paris – a safety shot that was slightly too short – finally opened the door. Khmelevskyi Denys took advantage of the opportunity without compromise and played the decisive points with great composure.

Darren Paris, a thoroughly athletic, fair, and charming gentleman, congratulated his opponent with sincere appreciation. The audience honored the performance of both players with long-lasting applause.

Conclusion & outlook

In his closing speech, tournament director Norbert Engel warmly thanked all the helpers, officials, and supporters who made this tournament a showcase event for players and spectators for the 14th time.

With the words, “We are already looking forward to the new edition next November,” he introduced the outlook for the next edition – and one thing is certain: the 15th edition will once again be a highlight in the European snooker calendar.
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