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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Mark Staniforth

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

Chris Wakelin edged out Neil Robertson (PA) - (PA Wire)

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.

The 33-year-old from Rugby, who had not won a match at the famous venue in three previous attempts, resumed with a 7-2 lead but was rooted in his seat as Robertson reeled off five frames on the bounce to haul the match back level.

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