18-year-old Kim Young-won, known for his innovative 'artificial intelligence shot', has reached the finals of the PBA-LPBA World Championship in Jeju, South Korea. In the semifinals, he defeated the seasoned player Kim Jae-geun with a decisive 4-1 set victory. Kim holds the record for being the youngest champion in professional billiards, and if he wins the final match against Jo Geon-hwi, he will set a new record as the youngest winner of the World Championship.

Throughout the semifinals, Kim displayed remarkable poise and skill, defeating Kim Jae-geun with ease. His standout performance included a remarkable second set where he scored 15 points in just three innings, leaving his opponent scoreless. Despite dropping the third set, Kim maintained his focus and executed precise shots comparable to AI-level calculations, contributing to his win.

On the women's side, a final match is set between the promising Han Ji-eun and the experienced Kim Ga-young, with a prize of 100 million won at stake. Kim Ga-young is aiming for her third consecutive championship title, while Han Ji-eun has shown strong form, having previously defeated her teammate in the semifinals. Their upcoming match is anticipated to be highly competitive, furthering the excitement of the World Championship.