Best snooker shot ever? Mark Allen even took a bow after producing insane escape
Mark Allen has been one of the big hitters in the snooker world for a while now, with his trophy cabinet not looking as full as his talent would suggest.
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Judd Trump impresses in whitewash of Dean Young at British Open
Judd Trump coasted into the third round of the British Open with a 4-0 victory over Dean Young as he looks to stay on course to take the world number one slot.
'I had to share this' - Mark Allen somehow makes incredible five-cushion escape at British Open
Mark Allen was on song as he strode into the British Open third round with a 4-1 win over Li Hang — but it was his miraculous escape from a snooker that most pleased the Englishman. Finding himself in difficulty tucked behind the green during the encounter, Allen calculated that his only route to hitting the target ball — the yellow — was a five-cushion route right around the table.
World Mixed Doubles is 'giant leap' for women’s snooker – and can inspire girls to pick up a cue
This week’s World Mixed Doubles is the biggest showcase women’s snooker has ever had. The game’s leading four female players have been paired with the world’s top four ranked professionals for the two-day event in Milton Keynes, which starts on Saturday. Ad This is an opportunity to show a different side of snooker at a time when women’s sport has arguably never been more popular.
'I will enjoy the challenge' – Mark Williams set to test snooker skills on pool table
Mark Williams is set to join fellow snooker professionals Judd Trump, Mark Selby and Mark Allen by deploying his green baize skills on the pool table. The Welshman – world champion in 2000, 2003 and 2018 – intends to combine his commitments to the World Snooker Tour circuit by appearing as regular on the Ultimate Pool tour. Ad Williams is set to make his debut alongside former 8-ball world champion Carl Morris in the Pairs Cup on Monday 10 October.
Mark Williams becomes latest snooker star to sign up for Ultimate Pool
Mark Williams is set to compete in Ultimate Pool, and not just a one-off event, but the three-time world champion has signed up as a professional and will play when the snooker schedule allows.
Leading Rangers scout 'leaves' Ibrox as he takes up new FA role
Rangers’ leading domestic Robert Clarkson has left Ibrox to take up a position with The FA, according to a report. Clarkson was appointed by former director of football Mark Allen five years ago as part of a scouting team put together.
'A great experience' – Watch Mark Allen produce some golden form on the pool table during break from snooker
Mark Allen used the break in the snooker calendar to show off his cue sports skills at the Ultimate Pool Players Championship with some dazzling breaks. The Northern Ireland Open champion is not due to return to competitive action on the snooker table until the opening round of the British Open on Monday 26 September against Stuart Carrington in Milton Keynes. Ad Allen lost 2-0 to three-time champion Mick Hill in Sunday's final of Group 5, being edged out 9-8 and 9-3 by the 8-ball specialist in Newcastle-under-Lyme, but admits the experience has inspired him to try the smaller baize in future.