Mark Selby eliminated from World Snooker Championship by Ben Woollaston

Four-time world snooker champion Mark Selby suffered a surprising first-round exit at the World Snooker Championship, losing 10-8 to fellow Leicester native and qualifier Ben Woollaston after a tense, marathon match. Selby, who had edged the initial session but struggled to find his form, expressed frustration with his own performance, describing it as 'pathetic' and admitting he didn't deserve to win. Woollaston, maintaining composure throughout, capitalized on Selby's errors to secure the biggest win of his career, notably after overcoming his own recent health struggles. The match was marked by lengthy frames and visible frustration from Selby, including a dramatic outburst after losing the 13th frame. This marks Selby's second consecutive first-round defeat at the Crucible, both times to local rivals. The upset continues a series of early exits by tournament favorites, shaking up the championship's early rounds.