Ali Carter Diagnosed with Lung Cancer

Terrible news this morning as two-time Crucible runner-up Ali Carter has been diagnosed with a form of lung cancer.

The Englishman has had a long battle with Crohn’s Disease throughout his career and only last year came through a testicular cancer scare.

Everyone at SnookerHQ would like to wish Ali a full and speedy recovery, and best wishes go out to him and his family at this difficult time.

World Snooker Statement:

It is with regret that World Snooker announces that world number 13 Ali Carter has been diagnosed with a form of lung cancer‎.

Over the next few months Carter will be facing an intensive course of chemotherapy. The 34-year-old from Chelmsford battled testicular cancer last year.

Carter, a winner of three ranking titles and twice runner-up at the World Championship, was due to play in the Wuxi Classic qualifiers in Gloucester this morning but has withdrawn from the event.

WPBSA Chairman Jason Ferguson said: “Ali is the toughest competitor I know and having spoken to him over the last few days I can assure everyone he has the fight to get through the battle ahead. I know that the world will be looking forward to Ali returning to action and I am sure that all of our friends, fans and partners will join with me in wishing Ali a full recovery.”