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Mark Allen Triumphs Over John Higgins in Intense Masters Clash

John Higgins - Mark Allen - Masters 2024 - Professional Sports - Snooker

Drama, emotion, and a stunning comeback - the Masters 2024 match between Mark Allen and John Higgins had it all! Find out the key moments and reactions.

In a thrilling Masters 2024 showdown, Mark Allen emerged victorious against John Higgins in a nail-biting 6-5 match, securing his spot in the quarter-finals. Both players displayed nerves and skill, with Allen making a remarkable comeback from 3-1 down to snatch the win. Higgins, a seasoned snooker legend, faced emotional moments during the match, showcasing the intensity of the competition at the Alexandra Palace.

The match reached a climax with Allen hitting an impressive 86 break in the final frame decider, leaving the crowd at the edge of their seats. Despite Higgins' valiant efforts, Allen's precision and determination ultimately sealed the win, setting up a quarter-final showdown with Mark Selby. The post-match interviews revealed the emotional rollercoaster both players experienced, highlighting the passion and pressure of professional snooker.

In a poignant moment, Mark Allen expressed sympathy for John Higgins, acknowledging the challenges the all-time great is currently facing. The melancholy of seeing a respected competitor struggle with confidence added depth to the intense sporting rivalry. As the tournament progresses, fans are eager to witness more gripping matches and surprising outcomes at the Masters 2024.

Ending with a bang, the clash between Allen and Higgins showcased the unpredictable nature of snooker, with momentum swinging back and forth until the final breathtaking moments. The Masters remains a stage where legends are made and emotions run high, solidifying its reputation as a premier snooker event.

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Masters 2024: Mark Allen edges John Higgins to reach quarter-finals (BBC Sport)

"We were both very edgy, that's a big hurdle for me," he told BBC Sport. The 2018 Masters champion will now play Mark Selby, who beat Robert Milkins 6-1, on ...

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Mark Allen wins frame against John Higgins at Masters on re ... (Eurosport.com)

Mark Allen wowed the Alexandra Palace crowd with a stunning 'cocked-hat' double on a re-spotted black during his Masters clash with John Higgins.

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Mark Allen hits 86 in final-frame decider to beat John Higgins (The Independent)

Allen set up a last-eight tie with either Robert Milkins or Mark Selby.

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'No idea of the ball reaction off this cloth' - John Higgins pots cue ball ... (Eurosport.com)

John Higgins couldn't have asked for a worse start to his Masters match against Mark Allen, twice potting the cue ball in his first two trips to the table.

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Mark Allen says it's 'sad seeing the way John Higgins is now' after ... (Metro)

Mark Allen feels for John Higgins and says it is sad to see the all-time great struggling with confidence after dishing out another painful defeat to the ...

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Distraught John Higgins pleads 'next question' after Masters defeat ... (Daily Star)

John Higgins pleaded with a reporter to ask her next question after the Scottish star was dumped out of the Masters by Mark Allen on Wednesday afternoon.

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Mark Allen beats John Higgins 6-5 at the Mr Q Masters (The Irish News)

The Antrim man won the title in 2018 but has lost his opening match every year since and he was determined to put that right in a topsy-turvy battle with the ...

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Snooker results: Mark Allen beats John Higgins 6-5 at the Masters (Sportinglife.com)

Mark Allen came from 3-1 behind to beat John Higgins 6-5 in their first-round clash at the Masters, inflicting another cruel defeat on the veteran Scot.

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Emotional John Higgins pleads 'next question' to interviewer after ... (SPORTbible)

Snooker icon John Higgins let out his emotion during a post-match interview after losing a final frame decider to Mark Allen at The Masters.

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Masters snooker 2024: Mark Allen recovers from 3-1 down to beat ... (Eurosport.com ASIA)

In an error-laden clash of former champions, Mark Allen beat John Higgins 6-5 to progress to the quarter-finals of the Masters.

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John Higgins 'demon' plays Masters exit role as snooker rival can't ... (Scottish Daily Record)

The legendary Scottish star is out of the prestigious tournament after coming up short against Northern Irish opposition.

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Mark Allen has sympathy for 'struggling' John Higgins after Masters ... (Eurosport.com ASIA)

Mark Allen edged past John Higgins 6-5 for a place in the quarter-finals of the Masters, and admitted afterwards it was "sad" to see his opponent ...

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