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O'Sullivan leads Higgins, Williams loses to Hawkins

O'Sullivan leads Higgins, Williams loses to Hawkins

Summary

Ronnie O'Sullivan leads John Higgins 6-2 in the last-16 round of the World Snooker Championship. Mark Williams lost 13-9 to Barry Hawkins and was eliminated from the tournament.

Key Facts

  • Ronnie O'Sullivan is ahead of John Higgins 6-2 after the first session in their match.
  • Mark Williams, a three-time world champion, lost to Barry Hawkins 13-9.
  • O'Sullivan is aiming to win his eighth world title, which would be a new modern-era record.
  • Williams reached the final in 2025 but could not advance past Hawkins this year.
  • Hawkins played well with two breaks of 85 points to help secure his win.
  • The "Class of 92," which includes O'Sullivan, Higgins, and Williams, received a standing ovation from the crowd.
  • Mark Allen defeated Kyren Wilson 13-9 to reach the quarter-finals.
  • The tournament takes place at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.
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