Trump exits Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters in Jeddah

JEDDAH: Defending champion Judd Trump was knocked out of the 2025 Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters on Tuesday night after a 5-3 defeat to Oliver Lines in the opening round in Jeddah. The world No.1 won the first edition of the tournament last season in Riyadh, memorably beating Mark Williams 10-9 on the final black in an epic final. Commenting on the shock loss, Trump said: “I’m disappointed to be eliminated from the tournament as the defending champion. Losing is part of the sport, but my opponent deserved to win, and I wish him the best in the rest of his tournament.

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