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Judd Trump drops party tricks in brilliant win over Rod Lawler in Northern Ireland Open first round

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Judd Trump was in ominous form as he saw off Rod Lawler 4-1 in the first round of the 2022 Northern Ireland Open. After a sluggish start, which saw Lawler pinch an opening frame that stretched beyond 35 minutes, world No.

2 Trump clicked into action with a 114 break – a knock which featured an outrageous double on the yellow off the bottom cushion.

Ad Trump was fortunate to return to the table in the third frame but took full advantage, taking the lead for the first time after clearing up via a sensational green.

Snooker‘I’m the best when I play my best’ – Trump on overtaking O'Sullivan as world No. 105/10/2022 AT 10:57 From that point on, the match looked a formality.

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