Shaun Murphy has advanced to the semi-finals of the World Snooker Championship after defeating Zhao Xintong, who succumbed to the infamous 'Crucible curse'. This defeat marks another significant moment in the tournament, showcasing the unpredictable nature of the sport.
In other matches, a thrilling super session between Allen and Hawkins ended in a deadlock, while fans can tune in later for the exciting matchups of Robertson against Higgins and Wu facing Vafaei, starting at 19:00 BST.