Ali Carter wins first English Open
Ali Carter defeated Mark Williams 9-6 to win his first English Open snooker title in Brentwood. The victory moves the 47-year-old back into the world's top 16 rankings.
Why it matters
Carter's win is notable for his career longevity and personal resilience, having overcome significant health challenges including cancer.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Ali Carter returns to the world's top 16 with victory in the English Open
England's Ali Carter won the English Open in style with a 9-6 victory over Mark Williams in front of his home support in Brentwood.
Essex-born Carter, 47, won all-but one frame in a dominant evening session, sealing the last frame without reply to claim the winner's prize of £100,000.
Neither player had previously won the English Open, and it was Wales' Williams who took control to lead 5-3 at the interval.
However, Carter won the first two frames after the resumption to level and from there never trailed.
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