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Zhao Xintong's reception on return to China speaks volumes after ban in home country

Zhao Xintong's reception on return to China speaks volumes after ban in home country

Zhao Xintong received a hero's welcome upon his arrival back in China after being crowned World Snooker Champion earlier this week, despite still being banned from playing in his homeland

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