Beyond the tactical intrigue of a quarter final versus teenage sensation Si Jiahui, Ronnie O’Sullivan’s most telling quote of the week may have come when asked about his future. “I…
Continue readingAlthough Judd Trump emerged victorious, the second session of his clash with Shaun Murphy produced a passage of play that underlined the Magician’s renowned resilience. Trailing 12-8 and needing a…
Continue readingRonnie O’Sullivan needs just one more frame against Pang Junxu to cement an unprecedented 23 Crucible quarter final appearance after surging into a 12-4 lead on April 28. The 7…
Continue readingJudd Trump delivered a piece of Crucible theatre on April 27 when a sublime 132 clearance against Shaun Murphy carried him to a personal landmark of 100 centuries for the…
Continue readingMark Allen’s campaign may have ended in disappointment but the Northern Irishman left an indelible mark on April 26 by firing the third maximum break of the tournament. Trailing Chris…
Continue readingLuca Brecel needed just one solitary frame on Monday evening to complete a commanding 13-4 triumph over China’s Ding Junhui and cruise into his second career Crucible quarter final. Returning…
Continue readingChinese star Zhao Xintong completed a landmark victory on April 28, overcoming compatriot Lei Peifan 13-10 to reach his maiden Crucible quarter final and become the first amateur qualifier ever…
Continue readingDefending champion Kyren Wilson became the 20th first time winner to fall at the first hurdle since snooker relocated to the Crucible in 1977, losing a tense 10-9 encounter with…
Continue readingFour time champion Mark Selby issued a brutal self assessment after crashing out 10-8 to practice partner Ben Woollaston on April 24. “Pathetic from start to finish,” Selby told reporters,…
Continue readingShaun Murphy reaffirmed his “Magician” nickname with a jaw dropping no look pot that ricocheted off four cushions before dispatching the black during frame 6 of his opening round against…
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