Match

Benjamin Petrie's 3-1 victory over Ian Smaller marks a significant shift in their rivalry, narrowing the historical deficit. With this win, Petrie solidifies his third-place standing with 9 points and only one match left, positioning himself strongly for a top finish. Meanwhile, Smaller remains fifth with 4 points and two matches to play, needing crucial wins to improve his ranking. This result adds intensity to the closing stages of the Division 1 league race.