Overview
- Selby built a commanding 6-2 lead in the opening session in York and, despite multiple comebacks from the defending champion, closed out the best-of-19 final 10-8.
- A debated free-ball call became a focal moment when Selby declined the advantage after Judd Trump’s protest, with referee Olivier Marteel responding, “I stand corrected.”
- The result delivers Selby his third UK title and 10th career Triple Crown success, moving him to fourth on the all-time list.
- Prize money was reported as £250,000 for the champion and £100,000 for the runner-up.
- Selby’s triumph underscores a resurgence after lean seasons and public struggles since his last Triple Crown win in 2021.