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World Snooker Championship 2026: Spectator ejected during final

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Crucible Theatre officials removed a female spectator during the World Snooker Championship final after she jumped over barriers. The incident occurred in Sheffield, disrupting the match between Ding Junhui and Kyren Wilson. Earlier, a male fan was ejected from the semi-final between Ding and Mark Allen for shouting about Jeffrey Epstein files.

BBC reported the semi-final disruption followed heightened security after fans shouted during previous rounds. Murphy, trailing 3-0, saved a green ball to level the score at 4-4, showcasing resilience. Organizers reminded attendees to silence phones after Murphy nearly lost focus during the second frame due to a ringing device.

The final session will determine the champion, with fans urged to avoid further disruptions.