They looked like heading for a possible early exit before rallying to reach the second round in Milton Keynes.
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2020 English Open Draw, Preview, and Where to Watch
The first Home Nations Series tournament of the 2020/21 snooker season gets under way this week.
Li Hang Benefits from Ronnie O’Sullivan Withdrawal
The Chinese competitor topped Group 32 after the “Rocket” decided to skip the event.
Joe Perry and Jordan Brown Qualify
There are only two more spots available in the second phase of the competition.
John Astley Replaces Ronnie O’Sullivan in Championship League
The world number two was due to constest his first-round group on Monday in Milton Keynes.
Kyren Wilson Scores Perfect Record in Group Win
The Kettering cueist reached the World Championship final in August, where he lost to Ronnie O’Sullivan.
Defending Champion Luca Brecel Crashes Out
The Belgian had won the first tournament after the lockdown restrictions were relaxed in June.
John Higgins Safely Through in Milton Keynes
The Scot won the event under its previous guise as an invitational in both 2017 and 2018.
Former Champion Scott Donaldson into Last 32
The Scot won his maiden professional title earlier in 2020 with victory in the first of what has been three Championship League events this year.
Un-Nooh and Luo Top Championship League Groups
The pair become the 19th and 20th players to qualify for the second stage of the competition in October.