Richard King

Mark Allen Withdraws From Shenzhen Open, Extending Absence to Six Ranking Events

Mark Allen has withdrawn from the Shenzhen Open for personal reasons, extending his absence from professional snooker to six ranking events this season. The world number 13 has not competed since his World Championship semi-final defeat to Wu Yize in early May.

17 Sept 2026

Ali Carter Claims Seventh Ranking Title With Stunning English Open Comeback Against Mark Williams

Ali Carter produced a stunning second-session comeback to beat Mark Williams 9-6 and claim a seventh career ranking title at the 2026 English Open in Essex.

14 Sept 2026

Williams Reaches 70th Ranking Semi-Final — But Admits He'd Rather Have Faced Anyone Else

Mark Williams reached a landmark 70th ranking event semi-final at the English Open, but the 51-year-old admitted he'd have preferred to beat almost anyone other than his young Welsh compatriot Liam Davies.

12 Sept 2026