Ashley Hugill scores back-to-back 147 breaks in practice session

mirror.co.uk November 30, 2024, 12:01 PM UTC

Snooker player Ashley Hugill achieved a rare feat by scoring back-to-back 147 breaks during a practice session at Victoria's Snooker Academy in Sheffield. This remarkable accomplishment took place in under 14 and 18 minutes, respectively. Hugill, who has been on the snooker Tour since 2017, gained attention after a video of his performance went viral on social media. He previously won the world amateur championship in 2020 and competed in the World Snooker Championship in 2022. The World Snooker Tour shared footage of Hugill's achievement, which has been praised by fans and fellow players, including Ronnie O'Sullivan. Hugill expressed his excitement about the experience and the positive impact of O'Sullivan's comments on his confidence.


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