In the second session of their Cazoo World Championship last-16 clash, Judd Trump surged ahead to an 11-5 lead over Tom Ford, positioning himself just two frames away from securing a spot in the Crucible quarter-finals. Trump's dominant performance in the middle session, where he claimed five out of eight frames, underscores his determination to vie for a second Crucible crown after triumphing in 2019, following an impressive season with five ranking titles.
Trump's early momentum was evident as he secured the opening frame of the day with a break of 107, marking his first century of the tournament. Despite Ford's efforts to narrow the gap, including a notable run of 73, Trump maintained his composure, capitalizing on his opponent's missed opportunities to extend his lead to 9-3 by the interval. Despite a brief resurgence from Ford, Trump's dominance continued with commanding performances in subsequent frames, further solidifying his advantage.
Meanwhile, in the second round battle between Stephen Maguire and Shaun Murphy, Maguire seized a 5-3 lead as the contest commenced. The match witnessed a closely contested start, with the first four frames shared between the players.
Maguire's assertive play, coupled with Murphy's missed opportunities, allowed him to gain a crucial lead, highlighted by a break of 68. As the battle unfolds, both players strive to secure a quarter-final berth, with the winner poised to face the formidable challenge posed by either David Gilbert or Robert Milkins in the next round.
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