Ng On Yee Retains British Women's Open Title in Thrilling Final
Snooker's British Women's Open 2025 Finale: Ng On Yee bags the title prior to Women's World Cup tournament commencement
In a tense and exciting finale, Ng On Yee, 34, triumphed at the Snooker British Women's Open 2025 in Walsall, England [Link]. She clinched her second consecutive victory by edging out Mink Nutcharut, the world number one, 4-3.
Ng stormed to an early 3-0 lead, only requiring one more frame to secure the title. However, Mink put up a fierce comeback, leveling the score at 3-3. In the decider, Ng On Yee demonstrated top-notch snooker skills to clinch the crucial frame and maintain her title as the British Women's Open champion.
The impressive performance by Ng On Yee elevated her to the number 2 spot in the World Women's Snooker (WWS) rankings [Link]. This is her second ranking event win of the season, following her US Open victory in August 2024 [Link]. Throughout her career, Ng has amassed a staggering 22 ranking titles, solidifying her status as one of the greatest female snooker players of all time.
Unfortunately, fans of sports betting missed out on the opportunity to wager on the outcome of the Snooker British Women's Open, as there currently isn't a betting offer for women's snooker.
Ng On Yee's Stellar Snooker Career
Born in 1990 in Hong Kong, Ng On Yee started playing snooker at the tender age of 13. Encouraged by her father, who worked in a snooker hall, Ng dedicated five to six hours daily to honing her craft. She made her tournament debut at 16 in 2006 and went on to win the Hong Kong Under 21 Snooker Open Championships in 2007 and 2008.
Ng participated in numerous international snooker tournaments over the years, securing victories in events such as the UK Championship, Masters, and Australian Open. In 2014, Ng On Yee reached a career milestone by winning her first World Championship title. She claimed her second and third world titles in 2017 and 2018.
Looking ahead to the Women's Snooker World Championship 2025, Ng On Yee is poised to be among the favorites for her fourth world title.
It has already been confirmed that Ng On Yee will end the season in at least second place in the WWS rankings. This qualifies her for a return to the World Snooker Tour (WST) in the 2025/2026 season [Link] and enables her to compete in men's tournaments.
Electrifying Snooker Action at the British Women's Open
The Snooker British Women's Open was a captivating event, boasting a high level of play among an elite lineup of players. Alongside Ng On Yee and Mink Nutcharut, participants included the 12-time Snooker World Champion Reanne Evans, 39, and the defending champion, Bai Yulu, 21.
The tournament saw some exciting matches, with unexpected results [Example]. Despite a successful season, the reigning champion, Bai Yulu, was eliminated in the quarterfinals, losing 0-3 to Rebecca Kenna, ranked 36th. Reanne Evans, who won the Snooker Belgian Women's Open in February, also saw her tournament come to an end in the quarterfinals, defeated by Narucha Phoemphul, 19.
Women's Snooker World Championship in May
The Snooker British Women's Open is the final WWS event before the Women's Snooker World Championship, taking place from May 20 to 27, 2025, in Dongguan Changping, China. The electrifying women's snooker action at the British Women's Open has demonstrated the current excitement and competitiveness in the sport, with upsets definitely on the table. Stay tuned for our extensive coverage of the Women's Snooker World Championship in May.
In the meantime, snooker fans can look forward to the 2025 Snooker World Championship, kicking off on April 19 in Sheffield, England. Both Bai Yulu and Reanne Evans will compete in the qualifiers.
Women's Snooker: A Historical Overview
Organized competitions in women's snooker date back to the early 20th century. However, it was World Women's Snooker (WWS) that has dominated the scene since 1981, contributing to the global growth of the sport and hosting major events such as the Women's World Snooker Championship [Source].
Key Players and Achievements
- Reanne Evans stands as the most accomplished female snooker player in history, boasting 12 World Championship titles and multiple records [Source].
- Tessa Davidson, a prominent player from 1988 to 1999, secured three UK Women's Championships and made a mark on the women's snooker landscape [Source].
Betting on Women's Snooker Tournaments
While betting options for women's snooker tournaments are less common than men's events, they are becoming increasingly prevalent as the popularity of women's snooker continues to grow. Common bet types include the Outright Winner, Match Winner, Highest Break, and Handicap Betting [Source]. Coverage and availability may vary depending on the tournament and sportsbook. Major events like the World Women's Snooker Championship and other significant tournaments are likely to offer more extensive betting options as they garner greater recognition and popularity.
- In the upcoming Women's Snooker World Championship 2025, Ng On Yee, who clinched the British Women's Open title, is set to be a strong contender for her fourth world title.
- Fans of sports betting can now place bets on women's snooker tournaments, as betting offers for these events are becoming more common with the growing popularity of women's snooker.
- The Hong Kong-born Ng On Yee started playing snooker at the age of 13 and has since become one of the greatest female snooker players, amassing a total of 22 ranking titles.
- The 2025 Snooker Women's World Championship will take place in Dongguan Changping, China, from May 20 to 27, promising another exciting chapter in the history of women's snooker.
