Mark Selby, a celebrated four-time world snooker champion, is considering retiring from the sport after a disappointing 10-8 defeat to Gary Wilson in the Tour Championship. During the match, Selby described his performance as “pathetic,” a sentiment echoed by Wilson despite his victory. Wilson referred to his own gameplay as “embarrassing” due to struggles with his cue action. Both players have expressed a desire for improvement in future games.

In other tournament news, Ali Carter progressed to face Ronnie O’Sullivan in the quarter-finals after defeating Barry Hawkins, while Mark Williams secured a 10-9 win against Tom Ford. Williams shared that he achieved one of his best clearances in the decisive frame. Reflecting on his victory over John Higgins, Mark Allen attributes his 10-7 win to his composed play and significant breaks. He is set to face Ding Junhui next.

Selby’s frustration with his performance reflects broader dissatisfaction this season, marking a period of potential transition for the player. Other participants like Ali Carter, Mark Williams, and Gary Wilson look ahead to their upcoming matches with an eye for refinement.

The Tour Championship in Manchester continues to deliver engaging and unexpected results, highlighting the intense competition and skill present in professional snooker.