Ronnie O’Sullivan pegged back by John Higgins in huge World Snooker Championship clash

27 Apr 2026 • 3:46 PM MYT
The Independent
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Ronnie O’Sullivan pegged back by John Higgins in huge World Snooker Championship clash

  • John Higgins staged a comeback against Ronnie O’Sullivan at the World Snooker Championship on Sunday night, reducing the seven-time world champion's lead to 9-7 after being 8-3 behind at one stage, with the match due to conclude on Monday afternoon.
  • Defending champion Zhao Xintong advanced to the quarter-finals, overcoming Chinese compatriot Ding Junhui with a 13-9 victory sealed on Sunday afternoon.
  • Another Chinese star, Wu Yize, established a 9-7 lead over four-time champion Mark Selby in their second-round match, heading into the final session of their match on Monday.
  • World number one Judd Trump secured a 9-7 overnight advantage against Hossein Vafaei after recovering from an early deficit.
  • Neil Robertson took a 10-6 lead against Chris Wakelin, capitalising on a controversial foul call during their match, with the full quarter-final lineup due to be confirmed by Monday night.

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