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Lancaster and Crowther News Editor; covering snooker & football | Views my own | Insta: _shanemacdermott

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Shane MacDermott
8 months
. @ronnieo147 ’s gripping documentary is released today as he reveals the highs & lows of his pursuit for perfection. @SHendry775 says he’s most talented sports star he’s ever seen, whilst @pistol147 believes he’s fired a warning shot to the Rocket & others ahead of UK defence
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Ronnie O’Sullivan tells Ali Carter to “sort his f***king life out” in extraordinary f-bomb rant after their Masters final last night as bad blood between the pair boiled over
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6 years
Thought it was an incredible pot before I realised the ball was on top of the cushion 😂 unreal from the world champ 👏
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First take williams they call me 😎
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8 months
These nights won’t go on forever for Ronnie O’Sullivan. Appreciate him whilst he’s still here. Absolute genius.
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Judd Trump revealed he has been approached by a breakaway LIV-style tour in his post-match press conference today. The world No.2 dismissed it out of hand and is happy on the WST. Says legacy trumps money and he wouldn’t get out of bed for an exhibition series.
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Graeme Dott has compared snooker bosses to the Tory government after they announced a 10-man event in Saudi Arabia - whilst players lower down the rankings struggle to pay bills
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Ronnie O’Sullivan tore up the record books once again as he pocketed a 41st ranking title last night WGP hat-trick, fourth title of season (out of 7 entered), 14 wins in a row, £810K banked just from the 4 events he’s won this season.. Won the 4 biggest events he’s played
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5 years
@SmnLlyd5 The sad thing is the realisation he’s on his own whilst the rest of the squad celebrate with their loved ones.
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1 year
. @pistol147 hits back at criticism over his style after winning the World Grand Prix. All about the titles for Mark Allen as he starts chalking up the numbers with third trophy of season @dailymirrorni @WeAreWST
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7 years
Been saying it all season, @markwil147 is playing some great stuff. Just knocked off world champion Mark Selby 5-3. Plays Ronnie next - like the early 2000s all over again!
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6 months
. @pistol147 has unveiled the Mark Allen Foundation as he bids to help people struggling in his local area. A brilliant initiative from the World No.3, who kicks off bid to become multiple Masters winner today
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6 months
Paper coverage of Ronnie O’Sullivan’s extraordinary X-rated rant - which was released online last night
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EXCLUSIVE: @pistol147 says players need to revolt to change things on the World Snooker Tour and has called for a boycott. Adds he would have signed up to Macau if event didn’t originally clash with home Northern Ireland Open, where he is double defending champion
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Shane MacDermott
7 years
One for the #snooker fans among you.
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5 months
Mark Selby has hit out after players are left waiting 3 months to be paid from events in China. Some lower down the rankings left struggling to pay their bills
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. @markwil147 was cryptic when asked about his future in the post-match press conference… “I’ll miss it. I looked around and soaked it all up. Every good thing comes to an end eventually. I’m not retiring. I’ll be playing next year, let’s put it that way.”
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3 months
The irony that Tom Ford forgot his chalk on the other table as Shaun Murphy and Stephen Maguire kick off their second round match
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Shane MacDermott
7 years
To think @markwil147 thought about retiring at the end of last season.. SF, QF, W, and at least QF in the 4 events he's played so far
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8 months
Back in London after getting the first train. The enormity of @ronnieo147 ’s achievement last night doesn’t escape me. Just like York in 2018 & Crucible last year, it’s another slice of snooker history for the Rocket. Thankful to have covered another great moment in the sport 🏆
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6 years
Will Gareth Bale do the post-match presser naked? @markwil147
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7 years
@samiakhan183 @KTHopkins @MailOnline I wonder if she mentioned that Muslims awake to break their fast saved numerous lives!
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8 months
. @ronnieo147 reveals how the sport he loves almost killed him in gripping Amazon documentary which hits the big screen this week @DailyStar_Sport
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Shane MacDermott
4 years
Amazing view from the new @WeAreWST sofas at the #DafabetMasters . Tickets for next year go on sale tomorrow morning!
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4 years
So I’ve become Insta famous after my drunken return to cricket during my birthday bender! 🏏🍻
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I’ve covered John Higgins for the best part of the past decade for the Scottish papers. Seen some of those crushing defeats he speaks of. That win will do wonders for him. Class is permanent.
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3 months
Tasty celebration from Stephen Maguire after going 10-6 up over Shaun Murphy. Murphy had given it a fist bump on two earlier occasions after winning frames on the black
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3 months
Mark Selby has endured a year of hell off the table. He hopes to rediscover his enjoyment for the game at the Crucible this year after he threatened to quit earlier this month
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8 months
UPDATE: Small fire found in reception. Been put out and building being ventilated. Play to begin at 8.
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Shane MacDermott
7 years
@markjesterselby won two of three @BBCSport events last season and no nomination for #SPOTY . @ronnieo147 should have won it in 2013 after back-to-back worlds without playing in between. Definite bias from the powers that be against snooker!
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7 years
Only went and got 88% in my final uni project 😏🎓
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6 months
. @pistol147 has just become the first UK player to make a Masters maximum 147. Brilliant black at the end. Another one in the the Triple Crowns this season and he’ll bank a £147,000 bonus. Second this week after Ding’s
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Citing of Extra Terrestrial creature today in London, England.
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Shane MacDermott
5 years
Giving my opinion on Ronnie O’Sullivan’s shock Crucible exit to amateur James Cahill. @meseemajaswal excellent as always.
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This will mean so much to @KyrenWilson and his family after such a tough year or so off the table. Great moments they will never forget
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. @pistol147 and @ronnieo147 off to good starts at this year’s World Championship. Already 1-0 up without entering the auditorium
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Stephen Maguire stressed he doesn’t hate Shaun Murphy, but says they can’t resolve the infamous chalk-gate incident because the former world champion denies he asked the referee to dock him a frame. They play tomorrow in a tasty R2 tie
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5 years
Live coverage of tables 3 and 4 at the Crucible.
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Shane MacDermott
6 months
Defending champion @juddtrump is bidding to land a Masters treble after a season to savour so far. Event gets underway tomorrow with world’s top 16 in action @MirrorSport @DExpress_Sport @DailyStar_Sport
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8 years
Another snooker player admitting he was skint recently.. Mark King's dad had to lend him money to enter in NI and he wins £70,000..
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3 months
Mark Selby refused to rule out retirement after losing at the World Championship. Hopefully he can rediscover his enjoyment for the game. Still got plenty to offer at the top level
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Shane MacDermott
7 years
Flicking between darts and snooker tonight. What a life.
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3 months
Barry Hearn has told rebel players they can join a LIV-style breakaway tour at their peril Announces a new event in Qatar next year, prize money to hit record £20M next season Players who leave would be welcomed back at Q School if they wanted to return
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3 months
Stephen Maguire revealed he got “blottoed” with a bottle of Jack Daniel’s after missing out on the Crucible last year. Was desperate to avoid John Higgins in today’s draw and got his wish. Plays Ali Carter instead
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6 months
Got the pleasure to talk to @nr147 ahead of the Masters. Feels refreshed after a much-needed trip to Aus for Christmas. The past 18 months are gone and 2024 marks the start of Robbo 2.0
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Shane MacDermott
8 months
Ronnie O’Sullivan’s gripping documentary is released in selected cinemas today. He reveals the pain he’s suffered in pursuit of perfection @MirrorSport @ronnieo147
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Shane MacDermott
2 years
If @markwil147 completes the job it will be the greatest Crucible semi-final comeback in history. No player has ever overhauled a seven-frame deficit in the last four!
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Shane MacDermott
4 years
@AFootballWriter @will_1889 No cider? That’s me out.. the country will have to wait for my brilliance.
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Shane MacDermott
3 months
John Higgins says his 30th appearance at the Crucible could be his last. Provisionally 17th on the rankings for next season
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3 months
Jack Lisowski says his “gap year” from the sport has reignited the passion. Snooker was getting him down earlier this season, but he has spent time partying in Dubai and jumping out of planes. He’s put the work in for the World Championship and fancies the job in Sheffield
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Shane MacDermott
3 years
Great end to a great tournament. Hopefully a sign a things to come with full crowds for the final. Huge thank you to @WeAreWST for giving us the light at the end of the tunnel!
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Shane MacDermott
10 years
My feature article after interviewing the great man himself @Saqlain_Mushtaq :) http://t.co/lwMafU00YY
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Shane MacDermott
3 months
For anyone who missed it…
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Shane MacDermott
8 months
Snooker superstar Ronnie O’Sullivan has refused peace talks with authorities amid ongoing row @ronnieo147 @MirrorSport
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3 months
Dominic Dale has just walked into the press room with a copy of today’s Daily Star… “I’ve stolen it because I’m in it! I won’t be done for theft, will I?”
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Shane MacDermott
3 months
Dominic Dale is the oldest qualifier since Steve Davis in 2010 and credits his rekindled love for the game to French GF Anne
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Shane MacDermott
10 years
@FootyHumour That's harsh, Suarez should be in there surely!
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3 months
Been a poor couple of seasons by Stephen Maguire’s standards. But a return to the Crucible could be just what he needs to reignite him
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Shane MacDermott
6 years
My thoughts on a crazy @Betfred World Championship.
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6 years
It's been some tournament so far... @robwalkertv is joined by top snooker scribes @senornunes and @_ShaneMacD to look back on the biggest stories to come out of Crucible 💬 #ilovesnooker @Betfred
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3 months
Stephen Maguire has rubbished talks that practice partner John Higgins could retire at the end of the season
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Shane MacDermott
3 years
Excited to announce I’m going to be a part of this podcast alongside @HarryWright27 For my fellow county cricket lovers, please give it your support and listen. All follows/RTs greatly appreciated ☺️
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Pushing the Boundary Podcast
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Welcome to the all new Pushing the Boundary podcast!🎙️ The podcast will specifically focus on English county cricket 🏏throughout the summer and beyond. Join us for insight, analysis, feature interviews and plenty of fun along the way! #PTBPod
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Dominic Dale is the oldest qualifier since Steve Davis in 2010 and credits his rekindled love for the game to French GF Anne
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3 years
Brilliant to be back at the Crucible, working on the @WeAreWST World Champs! Great to see some familiar faces after so long via zoom!
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2 months
John Higgins’ clearance for me. Cannot be underestimated the pressure of the Crucible cauldron as opposed to the others. All great moments in their own right. Don’t think we’ll ever see another Shootout 147
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Who will win the @laithwaites 'Magic Moment' of the Season? 🪄 #WSTAwards
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3 months
There were fears over Luca Brecel’s chances when he turned up ill to yesterday’s press day, but he’s 6-3 up after the first session with Dave Gilbert and looked good
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3 months
Popped into the @OfficialROSshop this morning. Deffo worth a visit for any snooker fans making the pilgrimage to Sheffield this year
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6 months
Ronnie O’Sullivan will headline a crazy new tournament in Saudi Arabia where there will be a new golden ball
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Shane MacDermott
8 months
. @markwil147 has dropped off a stash of his Christmas t-shirts for the press pack. Lovely gesture from the two-time UK champion
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7 months
Macau Masters will be first of many events @ronnieo147 promotes in the Far East says world No.1. Event in Hong Kong in March also announced @MirrorSport
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6 months
Bleary-eyed @pistol147 fired in 3 century breaks as he kicked off World Grand Prix title defence in style
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7 years
To think I'm one reference list away from finishing uni..
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Shane MacDermott
5 years
Amazing piece on BBC about the decade in snooker. Really honoured to be a part of great moments for the likes of @pistol147 @ronnieo147 @judd147t and @markwil147 over the past five years. The snooker family really is an amazing thing.
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Shane MacDermott
4 years
@snookerbacker Not by every one..
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3 months
Not many better players to watch than @markwil147 . So clever with his shot making. His final against Ken was the first one I remember vividly from when I was a kid. That was 21 years ago and he will head to Sheffield as a big contender once again after winning Tour Champs
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Dave Gilbert says bosses have wasted a golden chance to promote the game with “playboy” Luca Brecel as world champion. The Angry Farmer faces the Belgian Bullet tomorrow
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7 months
Great couple of days for @Magician147 . Finds out the youngest player to win a televised ranking event match, 13YO Shaun Liu, is named after him then becomes first player to make a 147 at Shoot Out - could be more good news ahead at Scottish Open
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Graeme Dott stressed snooker players are just trying to make a living amid backlash over the sport getting into bed with sportswashing Saudi Arabia
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. @pistol147 confident the sport’s major titles will come after reaching business end of Triple Crown events with C & D game over past couple of seasons. Heads to this week’s World Grand Prix as defending champion
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. @pistol147 was less than impressed after being left in limbo ahead of this week’s Players Championship. Definitely an argument to ensure the one-year list events aren’t played straight after a tournament which has a knock on effect
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Ronnie O’Sullivan has paid tribute to the late great Paul Hunter. This year marks the 20th anniversary since Hunter beat the Rocket to land his third and final Masters crown @MirrorSport @DailyStar_Sport @DExpress_Sport
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5 years
Proud to be named as @KewCC ’s Player of the Month!
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7 months
Ronnie O’Sullivan looking forward to Christmas exhibition in Macau after record 8th UK win & @andydunnmirror has done a great opinion piece on his constant SPOTY snub @DExpress_Sport @DailyStar_Sport @ronnieo147
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John Higgins warned snooker’s top stars will “only have themselves to blame” if they don’t stand up for change @Record_Sport
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3 years
What a day on the terrace at The Oval.
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6 months
@philhaigh_ Nailed on for them to draw each other at the Crucible 🍿
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Judd Trump reveals he snubbed an offer for a breakaway tour and told investors to “go away” after they contacted brother Jack to sound out his interest
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Mark Williams has played down his own chances of winning a fourth world title and says Ronnie O’Sullivan remains the favourite heading into Sheffield
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6 months
Not sure if it’s been overlooked, but Ronnie’s safety today has been very good. Judd’s constantly been glued to the top cushion.
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Ronnie O’Sullivan became the oldest and youngest Masters with record-extending eighth title last night. Has won the UKs & Masters this season and will head to the Worlds looking to complete the set for first time ever. Crazy what he’s achieving at 48 @DailyStar_Sport @MirrorSport
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. @Magician147 is determined to champion change on @WeAreWST after being elected to WPBSA players’ aboard at yesterday’s AGM @DailyStar_Sport
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3 months
Stephen Maguire has dad Pat in his corner at the Crucible - to stop him going on the lash!
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Shane MacDermott
4 years
Delighted that my cricket club, @KewCC , was picked as one of @WisdenCricket ’s photos of the year for 2019!
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. @markjesterselby refused to rule out retirement after defeat to protege Joe O’Connor. Sad to hear a mental block in the heat of battle has left him considering his future. And @Magician147 has told Hossein Vafaei not to come back over “sacrilege” Crucible comments
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6 months
Brilliant to see @nr147 back to thundering in barrages of big breaks. Really good for the game to have him at his dangerous best
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. @pistol147 pleased snooker bosses saw sense and re-jigged the German Masters after last year’s qualifying massacre
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Selby called it
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6 months
"We might as well go out at 5-5 and save two or three hours!" 🤣 Mark Selby versus Mark Allen has always been a classic - the pair meet in the MrQ Masters quarter-finals on Friday! #TheMasters | @MrQBingo | @markjesterselby
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8 months
Tonight obviously belongs to @pistol147 after his fantastic @ChampOfChamps triumph. But Xu Si has tonight made a 147 in UK qualifying. Another one and he’s quids in with WST’s new £147K bonus
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@willis_macp Got this one of me when cricket returned after Covid and I was hastily asked to fill in last minute!
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