December 7th 2025.
Mark Selby has once again proven his dominance on the snooker table by claiming his third UK Championship title. In a thrilling final against Judd Trump at the Barbican in York, the 42-year-old emerged victorious with a score of 10-8. This adds to his recent triumph at the Champion of Champions tournament last month, solidifying his incredible form in recent weeks.
The world number one, Trump, has been no stranger to success himself, but has been struggling to find his groove as of late. Despite this, his undeniable talent and underrated match play kept him in the running throughout the final. However, Selby largely controlled the match, taking an early lead and never falling behind. Even when faced with an impressive comeback from the defending champion, Selby remained composed and ultimately secured the win.
The final began with Selby taking a commanding lead of 5-0, and later extending it to 7-2. However, things got tense as Trump narrowed the gap to just one frame, with Selby missing a crucial opportunity to secure a 10-7 victory. In the end, it was Selby's impressive break of 69 in the final frame that secured the coveted title and the top prize of £250,000.
While Trump may have fallen short in his fifth UK Championship final, he still walks away with a respectable £100,000 as the runner-up. However, this marks the first time since 2013 that he will end the year without a title to his name.
After his incredible victory, Selby expressed his joy at winning another Triple Crown event, acknowledging the difficulty of such a feat. He also gave credit to the city of York, the venue, and the amazing crowd for their support throughout the week. Trump, on the other hand, graciously acknowledged Selby's skill and deserving win, stating that the Jester of Leicester was the best player all week.
With this win, Selby adds yet another Triple Crown title to his impressive resume, which includes four World Championships, three UK Championships, and three Masters titles. The Jester of Leicester has truly returned to the "big time" after a four-year drought in Triple Crown victories.
Despite Selby's early lead in the final, Trump put up a valiant fight in the evening session, winning five out of six frames to narrow the scoreline to 8-7. However, Selby's resilience and determination proved too strong, as he ultimately secured the win with a break of 69 in the final frame.
The final was not without its dramatic moments, including a potentially controversial moment when Trump questioned the referee's free ball call in the 11th frame. Selby, however, chose not to take advantage of the call, displaying a moment of sportsmanship that was commended by fans and commentators alike.
In the end, it was Selby's unwavering focus and skill that earned him the UK Championship title for the third time in his career. His previous wins came in 2012 and 2016. With this victory, Selby solidifies his position as one of the greatest snooker players of all time, and his future in the sport looks brighter than ever. Congratulations to Mark Selby on yet another impressive achievement.
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