A tearful Luca Brecel paid a touching tribute to Mark Selby and his wife Vikki after clinching his first ever World Snooker Championship.
The Belgian Bullet survived a spirited comeback from Selby, who got to within one frame in the 18-15 classic. Selby was quick to heap praise on the victor, before opening up on the struggles his family have gone through during a tumultuous time away from the table.
The four-time world champion has battled depression and previously admitted that in light of his mental health issues, snooker had become irrelevant. “Many congratulations to Luca, he is a great talent and a great lad with a great family. Enjoy the year as champion – you deserve it.
