
Allen beats Hawkins to reach Worlds last four
Mark Allen’s bid to become the oldest first-time world champion in the modern era gathers momentum as he reaches the semi-finals with a 13-12 victory over Barry Hawkins.
WEDNESDAY, 29 APRIL 2026, 14:51

Mark Allen’s bid to become the oldest first-time world champion in the modern era gathers momentum as he reaches the semi-finals with a 13-12 victory over Barry Hawkins.

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