The last 128 round of the China Open 2015 was played in Barnsley Metrodome in England, on 14 and 15 February 2015. All Grove players entered. Judd, Neil, Wenbo, Yu Delu and Cao Yupeng qualified.

Last 128

Neil Robertson 5-3 Lyu Haotian
This match was a bit strange. Neil played very well and dominated but hadn’t much of the run of the balls, in particular in his attempts to develop the pack. His young opponent played extremely well in spells – his potting was ferocious at times – but he also missed some relatively easy balls at crucial times. Pressure and lack of experience showing probably. Just as well for Neil, because had Lyu been able to take his chances, Neil could have been in trouble.

Cao Yupeng 5-2 Adam Bobat

Yu Delu 5-3 Chris Norbury

Marcus Campbell 5-2 Lyu Chenwei

Zak Surety 5-4 Li Hang

Judd Trump 5-0 Eden Sharav
Judd played well and scored heavily but, to be fair, his opponent struggled badly. When he got chances he didn’t take any, and his safety was all over the place. This wasn’t a match, it was an onslaught and it’s a bit of a shame for the fans who came to watch it. Especially for those who have watched Eden before. He can play, much better than this. But Judd will be happy, he’s got an early night!

Liang Wenbo 5-2 Joel Walker