's remarkable victory at the is still causing a stir around the world, with the Chinese star recently returning to his homeland to celebrate his success. The 28-year-old has received a mixed reaction since his win, with many lauding the achievement and how he dominated the competition.
However, Zhao's ban remains a key talking point, with speaking out against how his rival was able to compete at the Crucible. The World Snooker Tour has since responded to his criticisms, but it remains to be seen whether their statement will settle the debate about his inclusion.
Express Sport recaps all the latest snooker news...
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