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WPBSA Statement

August 28, 2015August 28, 2015 matt2745 1 Comment

The WPBSA were today alerted to unusual betting patterns regarding the match between Thanawat Tirapongpaiboon and Martin O’Donnell at the Paul Hunter Classic in Germany.

The WPBSA monitor betting on ALL professional snooker and have the most sophisticated methods available today. Working with their partners worldwide and by liaising with the Gambling Commission, the WPBSA will review the available facts surrounding betting on this match. A decision will then be taken on whether any further action is necessary.

Marathon Man O’Donnell Secures Main Tour Return

April 16, 2015April 16, 2015 matt2745 Leave a comment

MOD

Amidst the World Championship drama last night as the final places at the Crucible were being decided at Ponds Forge, there was another key story unfolding as Martin O’Donnell secured a return to the main tour through the EBSA play-offs event, with a 4-3 victory against fellow amateur Jamie Clarke.

Tour Survival 2013/14 – Player by Player (March Update)

March 30, 2014March 30, 2014 matt2745 1 Comment

With just two tournaments still to be played this season and both the European and Asian Orders of Merit now set, the battle for main tour places next season is now down to the two final events, the China Open and World Championship.

Click below then for an updated look at the current position and in particular those in need of victories further down the rankings if they are to avoid a trip to Q School in May…

China Open Qualifiers 2014: Day Three Wrap

February 18, 2014February 18, 2014 matt2745 Leave a comment

White

While there were not quite as many surprises as during the opening day of this week’s China Open qualifiers, play during the last couple of days has thrown up a few stories and in particular today, a potentially huge win for fan favourite Jimmy White… Read More

Gdynia Open 2014: Tour Survival Blog

February 7, 2014February 9, 2014 matt2745 16 Comments

Poland

The eighth event of the 2013/14 European Tour is now underway in Gdynia and as explained earlier in the week, the implications of the event in terms of tour survival is significant, with the finalisation of the European Order of Merit after this event.

Click below for my rolling blog which will be updated throughout the day, flagging up the results to keep an eye on and those currently in position to retain a tour card through this list. I will also keep an eye on the race for PC finals spots, wherever that event will ultimately end up taking place…

The Polish PTC Preview – Squeaky Bum Time

February 4, 2014February 4, 2014 matt2745 4 Comments

Drago

Ok so it’s not technically called a PTC any more, but it will very much be squeaky bum time at this weekend’s Gdynia Open event in Poland, with far more on the line for some than might appear at first sight.

Click below for my thoughts on the battles that will be decided this week and for some of the key matches to keep an eye on from the eighth and final event of the 2013/14 European Tour…

Wuxi Classic Qualifiers 2012: Day One News

June 5, 2012June 5, 2012 matt2745 Leave a comment

This morning saw the new season get underway with the start of the 2012 Wuxi Classic qualifiers from the Academy in Sheffield. It was to be a mixed day for India as Aditya Mehta progressed, but Pankaj Advani fell to Chinese youngster Chen Zhe, while veterans Rod Lawler and Adrian Gunnell were among the other winners…

Q School 2012: Brilliant Baird Back On Tour

May 17, 2012May 17, 2012 matt2745 5 Comments

Just weeks after his relegation from the main tour was confirmed, Sam Baird has tonight regained his professional status by becoming the first man through the first event of the 2012 Q School. Joining him are Martin O’Donnell, Chen Zhe and Ian Burns, the latter in dramatic circumstances…