Overview

• Mark Selby, a four-time world champion, was defeated 10-8 by qualifier Ben Woollaston in the first round at the Crucible Theatre.
• Woollaston, ranked 44th in the world, described his victory as 'an amazing win' and admitted he was 'in shock' after defeating Selby.
• Selby criticized his own performance as 'pathetic,' citing frustration and missed opportunities during the match.
• Luca Brecel overcame a 5-1 deficit to defeat Ryan Day 10-7, securing a last-16 match against Ding Junhui.
• Second-round matches continue, with John Higgins and Xiao Guodong tied at 4-4, and Chris Wakelin leading Mark Allen 6-2.