Mark Selby Wins British Open Title in Cheltenham

Mark Selby triumphed over John Higgins with a 10-5 victory in the final of the British Open, securing his first title in 18 months and the 23rd of his career. The match showcased high-quality snooker, with both players exchanging multiple century breaks, culminating in Selby leading 5-3 after the opening session. Selby continued his strong performance into the evening session, eventually pulling away to win decisively with late breaks of 91 and 93. This victory earns him a £100,000 prize and propels him back into the top four of the world rankings. Notably, Selby dedicated his win to the memory of Clive Everton, a revered figure in snooker who passed away recently. Meanwhile, Higgins, returning to a ranking event final after a long absence, will see his ranking improve to 14th globally.