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"I think people should respect those who make great achievements in their fields, whether it's a big sport or small sport. I do not want to compare snooker to other sports. I am focused on myself and think I have made achievements as good as those in other sports."

Chinese snooker ace Ding Junhui said after equaling snooker legend Stephen Hendry's record of five world-ranking titles in one season after overcoming world No 1 Neil Robertson 10-5 in the China Open final on Sunday.