Last updated: 10:56, February 1, 2010
Snooker news
Scores, news and reaction from the WPBSA competitions.
Higgins claims Welsh Open
John Higgins was "over the moon" after claiming his 21st ranking tournament by beating Ali Carter 9-4 to win the Welsh Open.
Higgins to face Carter for Welsh crown
John Higgins defeated Ronnie O'Sullivan 6-4 to set up a Welsh Open final against defending champion Ali Carter at the Newport Centre.
Carter crushes Robertson at Welsh Open
Defending champion Allister Carter defeated Australian Neil Robertson 5-2 to secure a place in the quarter-finals of the Welsh Open.
Selby aims to blast Rocket in Masters final
Mark Selby defeated Stephen Maguire to set up a Masters final showdown against Ronnie O'Sullivan for the second successive year.
O'Sullivan not happy despite victory
World number one Ronnie O'Sullivan defeated old rival Peter Ebdon 6-3 to secure a place in the semi-finals of the Masters.
Allen too strong for Higgins
Reigning world champion John Higgins is out of the Masters at Wembley after being beaten 6-3 by Mark Allen.
O'Sullivan sees off gutsy Robertson
Ronnie O'Sullivan says he remains some way off his best despite his 6-4 Masters win over Neil Robertson.
Murphy makes Hendry pay at Masters
Shaun Murphy said he was delighted to see off new fans' favourite Stephen Hendry to reach the 2010 Masters quarter-finals.
Hearn all for White wildcard
New snooker chief Barry Hearn has said he expects wildcard Jimmy White to create a "sizzling" atmosphere at the Masters in January.
Hearn promises "more formats"
New snooker chief Barry Hearn has said he hopes to bring an "innovative and creative" approach to the sport.
China star edges Ding-dong battle
Ding Junhui admitted it has been a "crazy week" after beating John Higgins 10-8 to win the UK Championship in Telford.
Higgins staves off "frightening" Ronnie charge
John Higgins fought off a "frightening" comeback by Ronnie O'Sullivan to move into the final of the UK Championship on Sunday.
Uk Championship final spot for Ding
Ding Junhui beat world number two Stephen Maguire 9-5 to secure his place in Sunday's final of the UK Championship.
Maguire and Ding set for semi showdown
Ding Junhui and Stephen Maguire have both made it through to the semi-finals of the UK Championship in Telford.
Murphy loses of to Junhui
UK Champion Shaun Murphy has failed to defend his title after losing 9-3 to China's Ding Junhui in the second round of the tournament.

