Souto Reaches UK Open Semi-Finals With Win Over Defending Champion Yapp
Semi-Final Line-Up Set at 2026 UK Open Pool Championship
Jonas Souto has secured his spot in the semi-finals of the 2026 UK Open Pool Championship after defeating defending champion Aloysius Yapp in the quarter-finals. The result carries added significance for Souto, who previously lost to Yapp in the UK Open final, making this victory a direct reversal of that outcome.
Final Four Confirmed
Souto is joined in the last four by three other accomplished players:
- Joshua Filler – former UK Open champion and one of the sport's top-ranked players
- Jayson Shaw – Scottish professional and fan favourite competing on home soil
- Wojciech Szewczyk – Poland's representative and a notable presence in the draw
Tournament Context
The 2026 UK Open Pool Championship is currently in its fifth edition and is taking place at the Brentwood Centre. The event has established itself as one of the prominent stops on the professional pool calendar, consistently attracting top international talent.
With the semi-final pairings now set, the competition moves into its final stages as all four players look to claim the title.
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