Shaun Murphy congratulated on ‘winning 2025 World Snooker Championship' after ‘magnificent' trick shot to win frame
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Shaun Murphy pulled off an incredible shot against Daniel Wells
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He teed himself up perfectly to sink the final black with a relatively simple shot into the corner pocket.
But rather than playing it safe, Murphy bounced his attempt off each side of the table before nailing the shot and completing the clearance.
It sparked a huge reaction from the crowd at the Crucible in Sheffield, with some even giving him a standing ovation.
The 42-year-old then gave a wry smile as he sat back down in his chair.
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Fans on social media were also impressed with the feat, with one person writing: "Shaun Murphy is on FIRE!! Amazing!"
Another said: "Shaun Murphy is taking the pi**! 138 break and all around the table for the final black."
While a third even joked that he should already be crowned World Champion, commenting: "Congrats to Shaun Murphy for winning the 2025 Snooker World Championship."
The Magician's trick shot saw him take a 5-1 lead in the first round match.
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He subsequently took a commanding 7-2 lead at the end of the morning session.
The match will resume on Wednesday morning at 10am.
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There will be a new champion this year after reigning champ Kyren Wilson crashed out in the first round after a stunning performance from Lei Peifan.
Ronnie O'Sullivan will take to the snooker table after missing recent tournaments, while world no 1 Judd Trump heads into the tournament as the favourite.
The likes of Shaun Murphy, Mark Selby and John Higgins are also expected to be contenders.
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