CORK’S AARON HILL has stunned Mark Williams at the German Masters.
The 22-year-old defeated Williams 5-2 and the result has been hailed as “the biggest win of his career”.
Hill ultimately powered to victory against the three-time World Champion after earning a crucial break of 115 in the decisive frame. He had built up a two-frame lead, but the tournament favourite rallied back into the contest with breaks of 65 and 66. Hill, who is ranked 59th in the world, regained control again to seal the victory.
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Hill will now face Jimmy Robinson in the Round of 32.
“It was only a couple of years ago I was dreaming of playing in venues like this,” a delighted Hill said after his win.
“I’m delighted, especially the way I finished off in one visit. It is great to beat someone like Mark Williams.
“It was only a couple of years ago I was dreaming of playing in venues like this.
“It was always a goal of mine to qualify for this event, because it is such a unique venue with good crowds.
“They gave me great support there and it was a great feeling.”
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Cork's 'delighted' Aaron Hill stuns Mark Williams at German Masters
LAST UPDATE | 29 Jan 2025
CORK’S AARON HILL has stunned Mark Williams at the German Masters.
The 22-year-old defeated Williams 5-2 and the result has been hailed as “the biggest win of his career”.
Hill ultimately powered to victory against the three-time World Champion after earning a crucial break of 115 in the decisive frame. He had built up a two-frame lead, but the tournament favourite rallied back into the contest with breaks of 65 and 66. Hill, who is ranked 59th in the world, regained control again to seal the victory.
Hill will now face Jimmy Robinson in the Round of 32.
“It was only a couple of years ago I was dreaming of playing in venues like this,” a delighted Hill said after his win.
“I’m delighted, especially the way I finished off in one visit. It is great to beat someone like Mark Williams.
“It was only a couple of years ago I was dreaming of playing in venues like this.
“It was always a goal of mine to qualify for this event, because it is such a unique venue with good crowds.
“They gave me great support there and it was a great feeling.”
Meanwhile, Northern Ireland’s Mark Allen has also progressed at the tournament after a 5-0 win over David Lilley which included breaks of 74 and 71.
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