JUDD TRUMP STORMS INTO THE LAST 32! Stunning Comeback Sends British Open Into Frenzy
Judd Trump has continued his pursuit of British Open glory after producing a determined comeback victory over Ricky Walden to book his place in the last 32 of the tournament.
Playing on table two in unfamiliar surroundings, Trump was twice forced to fight from behind before eventually turning the contest in his favour. The former world champion showed his class and composure when it mattered most, closing out the match in style with impressive breaks of 96 and 87 in the final two frames.
The victory sends Trump into the third round, where he will face Elliot Slessor in another important test as the tournament enters its decisive stages.
Trump’s performance has already sparked excitement among his supporters, with social media user Vilmos T urging the snooker star to keep pushing, writing: “Now we can’t stop, go for it Judd!!”
With a lucrative prize on offer, there is certainly plenty for Trump and the remaining players to fight for. The British Open carries a total prize fund of £502,000, with the champion set to pocket £100,000. The runner-up will receive £45,000, while reaching the semi-finals earns £20,000. Players reaching the quarter-finals are guaranteed £12,000, with £9,000 for the last 16, £6,000 for the last 32 and £3,000 for the last 64. An additional £5,000 is available for the tournament’s highest break.
The competition began with qualifying on August 31 and September 1 before moving into the second round on Wednesday, September 2. The quarter-finals are scheduled for Thursday, September 3, followed by the semi-finals from Friday, September 4 to Saturday, September 5.
Everything culminates in the final on Sunday, September 6, when the next British Open champion will be crowned.
For Trump, the immediate task is clear: overcome Slessor and keep the dream of lifting the £100,000 winner’s prize alive.
