Hong Kong’s Ng On-yee closes in on world number one ranking as Reanne Evans’ grip starts to slip
The Eden Masters winner is closer than any woman has been in 10 years to dethroning England’s Reanne Evans
Second-ranked Ng defeated Evans 4-3 in the recent Eden Masters, which means a gain of 3,750 ranking points and putting her just 1,550 points behind the former world champion.
Ng’s coach Wayne Griffiths said as long as she focused on playing her best snooker, the ranking will take care of itself.
“The fact that On Yee is getting closer to this goal to catch the current number one, and seemingly omnipotent, Reanne Evans, is testament to her skill and dedication for the last decade,” said Griffiths.
“On-yee’s drive to improve is as unrelenting as it is impressive, and it is what makes her a champion.
I remember working with On-yee when she played Reanne Evans in the 2011 World Championships in the UK. It was widely accepted that Reanne had a significant edge on the table at this time. However, what I also remember was the belief and desire that On Yee showed that day.