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Newcastle nut Gary Wilson wants to show off Scottish Open trophy at St James' Park

Newcastle United fanatic Gary Wilson would love to show off the Stephen Hendry trophy at his beloved St James’ Park after a huge career breakthrough.

The 37-year-old from Wallsend matched the exploits of high-flying Magpies in the Premier League by sensationally claiming a first ranking title at the Scottish Open.

A 9-2 thrashing of Leicester’s Joe O’Connor in the final came after knocking out world No1 and reigning and record seven-time world champion Ronnie O’Sullivan earlier in the event.

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