Wilson-Murphy Feud Escalates Before World Championship

A public dispute has erupted between snooker stars Kyren Wilson and Shaun Murphy ahead of the World Snooker Championship, focused on Wilson's accusations of 'unprofessional' behavior by Murphy in the practice room before the evening session of their Masters final in January. Wilson, who lost that final, has refused to specify the details but asserts 'Shaun knows what he did.' Murphy maintains he is unaware of any wrongdoing and criticizes Wilson for not addressing the issue privately. The disagreement has escalated, with Murphy accusing Wilson of harboring a 'chip on his shoulder' and not being a 'proper bloke,' while Wilson insists he still respects Murphy. Both players have recognized each other's achievements, but the controversy has strained their professional relationship as they prepare for the Crucible. The specifics of the alleged incident remain undisclosed, leading to increased speculation and tension within the snooker community.