2 h. ago Zhao Xintong takes control of the battle for snooker history in World Championship final

Zhao Xintong built an impressive 11-6 overnight lead against Mark Williams as he tries to become the first Chinese world champion

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5 h. ago Hazel Irvine's shock secret wedding to mystery husband and baby at 43

The presenter is fronting the BBC's coverage of the World Snooker Championship final between Mark Williams and Zhao Xintong

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6 h. ago What time is Mark Williams vs Zhao Xintong in World Snooker Championship final today? TV channel and live stream

Williams faces Chinese sensation as he targets a fourth Crucible title

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6 h. ago Late Welsh snooker legends will be watching over me in World Championship final, says Mark Williams

Williams is facing Zhao Xintong in the final at the Crucible and believes recently-departed Ray Reardon and Terry Griffiths may help him

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10 h. ago World Championship finalist Zhao Xintong plays as an amateur after huge scandal rocked snooker

The 28-year-old from China is up against three-time world champion Mark Williams in the Crucible final

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11 h. ago Zhao Xintong v Mark Williams: World Snooker Championship final – live

Updates from the showpiece at the CrucibleMail Daniel with your thoughts | Sign up to The RecapWilliams 0-0 Xintong (0-22) “I’m always tinged with jealousy in my feelings when I’m in the box, not at the table,” says Stephen; the old mongrel never leaves. Then, off the break, Mark goes at a loose one, misses, and that is going to cost him. Zhao’s been so good in the balls this last fortnight, playing with rare power and precision, but the pressure he’s under now, seeking to become China’s first world champion, is of an entirely different order to anything he’s experienced before. But he seems entirely unaffected and already seems to fashioning a frame-winning opportunity.Our boyz baize! I cannot wait for this, and what an atmosphere in the Cruce. Zhao and Mark shake hands over the little lady, then it’s time to get going, The Cyclone to break. Continue reading...

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11 h. ago Who is Zhao Xintong? The Chinese ‘amateur’ in the World Championship final after ban

Zhao has set up a final against Mark Williams at the Crucible after returning from a suspension following a match-fixing scandal

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12 h. ago Judd Trump calls on snooker to stamp out rowdy ‘darts atmosphere’ at events

Beaten world semi-finalist unhappy with fan conductOne spectator yelled: ‘Can’t miss that Judd’ during matchJudd Trump has urged snooker’s authorities to act immediately to stamp out rowdy fan behaviour and avoid fostering a “darts atmosphere” at the sport’s biggest events.Trump was visibly annoyed after a spectator shouted “can’t miss that Judd” during a crucial phase of his World Snooker Championship semi-final defeat by Mark Williams at the Crucible. Continue reading...

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14 h. ago Mark Williams v Zhao Xintong LIVE: Fascinating World Snooker Championship final begins at the Crucible

Mark Williams becomes the oldest finalist in history as he takes on Zhao Xintong, who hoping to become the first Chinese world champion after returning from a ban

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14 h. ago Mark Williams forced to issue apology during BBC interview after Snooker Champs victory

Mark Williams secured his place in the final of the snooker World Championships after a 17-14 win over Judd Trump, and the Welshman let slip a swear word in his post-match interview

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15 h. ago Stephen Hendry predicts winner of Zhao Xintong v Mark Williams due to major factor

Zhao Xintong and Mark Williams begin the final of the World Championships of Sunday afternoon

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16 h. ago Judd Trump's true colours emerge in private message after Mark Williams defeat

Mark Williams will face Zhao Xintong in the World Snooker Championship final after beating Judd Trump in the semi-finals on Saturday evening

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25 h. ago What time is Mark Williams vs Zhao Xintong at World Snooker Championship today? TV channel and live stream

Mark Williams is in the hunt for a fourth title

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26 h. ago Judd Trump v Mark Williams LIVE: Williams triumphs in tense clash to set up World Snooker Championship final against Zhao

Mark Williams beats Judd Trump 17-14 in a captivating semi-final to reach another Crucible final at the age of 50, where he will face Chinese star Zhao Xintong

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26 h. ago Mark Williams beats Judd Trump to set up tantalising final with Zhao Xintong

Welshman hits four centuries in 17-14 win over world No 1Williams: ‘I can’t believe I’m in another final’Mark Williams produced a vintage performance to beat the world No 1, Judd Trump, and book his place in the final of the World Snooker Championship in Sheffield.Williams, 50, who is bidding to win his fourth title and become the oldest champion in tournament history, rolled back the years as he compiled four centuries and 10 breaks over 50 in a 17-14 victory at the Crucible. Continue reading...

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32 h. ago Judd Trump issues complaint to snooker referee in Mark Williams match as he doubles down

Judd Trump complained to the referee during his World Snooker Championship semi-final clash with Mark Williams at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield on Saturday

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33 h. ago Judd Trump moans at referee during Mark Williams clash at World Snooker Championship

Judd Trump was in a heated discussion with the referee at the end of the 17th frame of his World Snooker Championship semi-final with Mark Williams

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36 h. ago Judd Trump complains to referee during Mark Williams clash as John Virgo baffled by issue

Judd Trump was in a foul mood after losing the opening frame of his World Snooker Championship semi-final against Mark Williams and he made his feelings clear to the referee

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39 h. ago Judd Trump v Mark Williams LIVE: Zhao to discover World Snooker Championship final opponent after thrashing O’Sullivan

Mark Williams and Judd Trump are vying for a place in the final at the Crucible where they will meet Chinese star Zhao Xintong

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41 h. ago Judd Trump vs Mark Williams LIVE: Zhao to discover World Snooker Championship final opponent after O’Sullivan thrashing

Mark Williams and Judd Trump will battle it out for to face Zhao Xintong in Sunday’s Crucible final

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