Wakelin holds off Robertson to book second round spot

BBC snooker commentator shouts 'That's wrong!' as player involved in incident

Chris Wakelin was left bemused after his cueing was obstructed by a set during his World Snooker Championship clash with Neil Robertson on Sunday afternoon

Ronnie O'Sullivan names the 'panicked' snooker rival he fancies to win major tournament – 'it's only a matter of time'

The Rocket has been impressed with what he's seen from Chris Wakelin in the run-up to the Crucible

John Virgo not impressed by World Snooker Championship incident – 'That's wrong'

John Virgo questioned the Crucible set-up on Sunday, when Chris Wakelin's cue clashed with the set as he tried to play a shot in his game with Neil Robertson.

Ronnie O'Sullivan makes feelings clear as Neil Robertson crashes out of World Snooker Championship

Ronnie O'Sullivan makes feelings clear as Neil Robertson crashes out of World Snooker Championship - Ronnie O'Sullivan has heaped praise on Chris Wakelin for his mental fortitude during his shock victory over Neil Robertson at the Crucible

Wakelin holds off Robertson to book second round spot

Chris Wakelin withstood a stirring Crucible comeback from Neil Robertson to beat the Australian former champion 10-8 and seal his place in the second round of the World Snooker Championship for the first time.

Chris Wakelin holds off Neil Robertson to reach second round for the first time

The former world champion bowed out on day two of the 2025 event.