John Higgins Match Cut Short at International Championship

Snooker champion John Higgins expressed his frustration after his quarter-final match against Chris Wakelin at the International Championship in China was abruptly halted before the deciding frame. The match, which ended in a tie at 5-5, was interrupted due to scheduling conflicts with an upcoming evening session, leaving Higgins visibly angry as he stormed out of the arena. Commentary highlighted Higgins' displeasure, with Eurosport's Philip Studd noting that the officials had little choice but to stop play to prepare for the next match. After a lengthy wait, play resumed later, but Higgins ultimately lost to Wakelin, who advanced to the semi-finals. Despite his exit, Higgins remains qualified for the upcoming UK Championship. This incident marks a second consecutive day of interruptions for the four-time world champion, raising concerns about scheduling in the tournament.