Mark Allen Triumphs Over Kyren Wilson to Secure Spot in World Championship Quarters
In an exciting last-16 match, former world number one Mark Allen bested Kyren Wilson, earning his place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Championship.
Mark Allen, a former world number one, has successfully advanced to the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Championship after defeating Kyren Wilson in a closely contested last-16 match.
The match showcased Allen's skill and determination, as he managed to outplay Wilson, securing his position among the tournament's final eight competitors.
As the championship progresses, Allen will look to build on this momentum in the upcoming rounds, where he will face increasingly formidable opponents.
Updates
Update at 02:54 UTC on 2026-04-26
BBC Sport reported Ronnie O'Sullivan leads John Higgins 6-2 after the opening session of their World Championship last-16 tie but Mark Williams, the other member of snooker's fabled 'Class of 92', is eliminated. Sky Sports reported Ronnie O'Sullivan carved out a 6-2 overnight lead against old foe John Higgins in the first session of their second-round showdown at the World Snooker Championship in Sheffield.
Sources: BBC Sport, Sky Sports