World Championship LIVE: Trump Chases Title, Trails Behind Wilson
Gary Wilson held the early advantage over Judd Trump on Day 4 of the 2026 World Snooker Championship at the Crucible. Wilson built a commanding lead during the morning session and sat ahead 4-1 at one point. The match featured high-quality potting and a notable century clearance.
Match progress
Wilson recorded a total clearance of 139 in one frame. That break swung momentum firmly in his favour. Trump repeatedly missed long pots and struggled to sustain long runs.
Trump began the match as world No. 1 and remains in pursuit of a second world title. His first crown came in 2019 and he last reached the final in 2022, when Ronnie O’Sullivan beat him. Against Wilson, Trump found himself needing multiple frames in the session to regain control.
Wilson reached the Crucible via qualifying. He survived a dramatic final qualifying match against Xu Si, winning in a deciding frame after surrendering a large lead. That run has left him in strong form for the main draw.
Key moments
- Wilson’s 139 clearance provided a major momentum shift.
- Trump missed several long pots and lost position on crucial visits.
- At one stage, Trump required snookers to salvage a frame.
Table two: Wakelin v Pullen
On the adjacent table, Chris Wakelin led Liam Pullen 3-1. Pullen, 20, is making his Crucible debut. He had earlier held a 60-point advantage in one frame but was reeled back in.
Wakelin’s early lead reflected his experience. Pullen showed promise but needed to find consistency to level the contest.
Broadcast and live coverage
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Coverage continues through the week, with more sessions at the Crucible expected to produce tight contests. The headline for this stage reads World Championship LIVE: Trump Chases Title, Trails Behind Wilson as the drama unfolds.
