2008 Shanghai Masters
The 2008 Roewe Shanghai Masters professional ranking snooker tournament took place between 29 September and 5 October 2008 at the Shanghai Grand Stage, Shanghai, China. It was the second ranking event of the 2008/2009 season and was the second annual edition of the Shanghai Masters tournament.
Former World Champion Graeme Dott withdrew from the competition after breaking his left arm on 30 September, during an informal football match with other snooker players. As a result, Jamie Cope, who was due to play Dott in the first round, received a bye to the last 16.
Qualifier Ricky Walden won in the final 10–8 against World Champion Ronnie O'Sullivan to win his first ranking title in China.
Read more about 2008 Shanghai Masters: Prize Fund, Wildcard Round, Main Draw, Final, Qualifying Rounds
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