Masters snooker champion Shaun Murphy regrets ever bringing up that he once made a nine-darter, after being the subject of social media backlash over the allegation. Speaking to GB News, Murphy wishes he hadn't brought up being the only person ever to make a nine-dart finish, a 147 break in snooker, and a hole-in-one while playing golf.

Shaun Murphy is on the verge of a second Masters title after he established a 6-2 lead over Kyren Wilson at the end of the afternoon session of Sunday’s final. A magnificent 147 break by Murphy against Mark Allen had sent the ‘Magician’ into the showpiece at Alexandra Palace and he continued his fine form against world champion Wilson.

Ronnie O’Sullivan felt Shaun Murphy benefited from the influences of his partner Jo and his mentor Peter Ebdon on his way to the Masters title on Sunday. Murphy was brilliant throughout the tournament at Alexandra Palace and lifted the trophy after beating world champion Kyren Wilson 10-7 in the final.