Snooker player Zhao Xintong criticized by commentator: fans outraged by his remarks.

Frustration of fans with commentators

According to The Sun: Fans expressed their outrage over snooker commentator Alan McManus due to his 'absurd' comments during the UK Championship. McManus criticized Zhao Xintong's play and behavior during his quarter-final defeat to compatriot Zhang Anda.

Zhao, who is ranked 10th in the world, did not appear to be in his best form during the unexpected 6-2 defeat to Zhang.

“Zhao looked different from what we are used to seeing him, it was strange,” noted McManus.

The reaction from fans was quite emotional; they were hoping for a better performance from one of the tournament's most promising players.

Zhao Xintong's defeat caused outrage among his supporters, who wanted to see his potential realized. McManus's comments added unnecessary fuel to the already charged emotions during the tournament, and now the player must rise above the criticism to return to competing in the upcoming matches.