article_snippet.sent: The Rocket raced into a 7-2 lead in Ding Junhui first match at this year’s Betfred World Championship in Sheffield.
article_snippet.sent: However, Ding Junhui shrugged off the setback to claim a 10-7 victory.
article_snippet.sent: ’ Ali Carter, a two-time Crucible finalist, looked in good touch in his first match at the venue since being given the all-clear from lung cancer.
article_snippet.sent: Following a 10-5 win over Alan McManus to set up a clash with Neil Robertson, Alan McManus said: ‘This is where I feel comfortable and most enjoy playing.
article_snippet.sent: Mark Allen won an incredible nine frames in a row from 3-1 down to blow away Ryan Day 10-3.
article_snippet.sent: The 29-year-old from Northern Ireland, who now plays Barry Hawkins, said: