A dramatic incident unfolded during the Mark Allen-Wu Yize tie at the World Snooker Championship when a loud crash prompted a power surge, leading to a temporary halt in play. The unexpected event drew comparisons to a similar disruption that occurred in 1986.

As a result, the live TV coverage on BBC was pulled off air, with the broadcaster issuing an apology for the interruption. Players and officials left the stage amidst the chaos, leaving fans and viewers in suspense.