November 26th 2024.
The match between Judd Trump and Neil Robertson at the UK Championship was a highly anticipated one, but unfortunately, both players were left feeling frustrated and disappointed due to the difficult playing conditions. Despite this, Trump managed to turn his form around and claim victory with a score of 6-3, winning five frames in a row in a much more impressive finish.
However, it was not an easy feat for either of the former world champions, as they both struggled to find their rhythm throughout the match. Both players agreed that the table was extremely difficult to play on, with Trump even stating that it was one of the worst conditions he has faced in his career. He added that the big events in the UK, such as the World Championship, always seem to have challenging tables, making it hard for him to perform at his best.
When asked about the conditions, Trump replied, "I've played in some bad ones, but that's close. It's disappointing because it always seems to be the big events over here. The World Championship is the same. I've always struggled here because the tables are so heavy." He also expressed his hope for the tables to be changed and mentioned that all the players have been struggling with the conditions.
Despite the challenging circumstances, Trump managed to maintain his composure and play his best in both sessions. He will now face John Higgins in the last 16, and he is looking forward to a more predictable and manageable table. On the other hand, Robertson also made a break of 107, but that was his only run over 50. He acknowledged the tough conditions and how it can make even the best players look foolish. However, he also praised Trump's resilience and how he managed to turn things around after the interval.
Robertson also shared his thoughts on the conditions, saying, "To be honest with you, the table was pretty much as unplayable as it gets for professional conditions. Being such a tough sport anyway, it can make either player look stupid. It was as tough as I've ever played." He emphasized that it was not the table-fitters' fault and that the arena felt fine, but the conditions were just too difficult.
Both players were able to laugh about the challenging conditions after the match, with Robertson even mentioning how Trump almost missed a red off the break-off, which shows just how tough it was out there. He also gave credit to Trump for his comeback and how he was able to pot some great balls in the final few frames. Despite the difficulty, Robertson believes there is nothing negative to take away from the match.
A spokesperson from the World Snooker Tour (WST) addressed the issue and stated that they always strive to provide the best possible conditions for players. They welcome feedback and acknowledge that the recent weather, with heavy rainfall and high humidity, may have negatively influenced the conditions.
In the end, Trump was able to make some notable breaks in the final four frames, including a 73, 126, and 67, as he eventually got a handle on the table. He will now face Higgins in what is expected to be a blockbuster clash on Thursday in York. Both players have a mutual understanding of the challenging conditions they faced and are looking forward to a better playing experience in the upcoming matches.
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