Trump Suffers First Round Defeat at China Open Judd Trump's first round exit from the China Open on Sunday has left him vulnerable to losing his world number one ranking before the month is out.
The 36 year old was stunned by Thailand's Noppon Saengkham in a 6 3 drubbing at Taiyuan's snooker venue. Trump's grip on top spot is now under threat, with Zhao Xintong best placed to usurp the crown.
Neil Robertson and Wu Yize are close behind, and Trump must summon all his skill for a winning stint at the Wuhan Open later this month to stay at the summit. His recent form suggests that task will be daunting.