In August 2013 the WPBSA’s global gambling monitoring network notified the association that there were unusual betting patterns in relation to two matches during the Qualifying event for the Shanghai Masters played in Doncaster. The first match was between Thanawat Tirapongpaiboon and Ross Muir and bets were placed on Ross[Read More…]
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Morris Through; Controversy in Shanghai Qualifiers
Ireland’s David Morris continued his promising return to the professional scene by overcoming Elliot Slessor 5-1 in the opening qualifying round for the Shanghai Masters. This is one of the few events remaining that hasn’t altered its format to include only one qualifying round so Kilkenny’s Morris still has three[Read More…]
O’Brien Battles into Last 16
Fergal O’Brien showed grit and determination in the Paul Hunter Classic as he came from 3-1 behind to oust Chinese Sensation Ding Junhui in Furth. The fearless Irishman had earlier in the day endured a marathon encounter with countryman Joe Delaney – eventually prevailing on the final black in the[Read More…]
O’Brien Surges Closer to Shanghai
Fergal O’Brien enjoyed a comfortable 5-2 victory over youngster Michael White to advance to the final qualifying round for the upcoming Shanghai Masters. O’Brien failed to make the opening ranking event of the season in Australia but will be hoping to go one better tomorrow when he faces former Shanghai[Read More…]