Higgins shades first session in Crucible quarter-final

Williams is oldest semi-finalist in 40yrs after beating Higgins in epic finish

MARK Williams has become the oldest Snooker World Championship semi-finalist for 40 years after winning a Crucible classic against John Higgins. This battle between two members of the Class of 92 lived up to its heavyweight billing and was decided in the 25th frame – and on the final black. PAMark Williams and John Higgins put on a stunning show at the Crucible[/caption] TNTA delighted Williams punched the air after his 13-12 win[/caption] TNTHi…

Higgins shades first session in Crucible quarter-final

John Higgins established a slender 5-3 advantage over Mark Williams at the end of the opening session of their World Snooker Championship quarter-final at the Crucible.

John Higgins leads Mark Williams after first session of Crucible quarter-final

The duo were given a standing ovation when they entered the arena.