Guardian Sport4/21/2026SportsUnited Kingdom
Shaun Murphy criticises spectator for 'shit shot' remark at World Snooker Championship
Former champion Murphy edges Fan Zhengyi 5-4 after audience member's comment; Judd Trump comes from behind against Gary Wilson
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- Shaun Murphy has criticised a spectator who muttered 'shit shot' during his first-round match against Fan Zhengyi at the World Snooker Championship in Sheffield.
- The former champion edged the match 5-4, losing concentration after the front-row comment.
- Murphy joked on Instagram about contemplating which end of his cue to use.
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Shaun Murphy has criticised a spectator who muttered 'shit shot' during his first-round match against Fan Zhengyi at the World Snooker Championship in Sheffield. The former champion edged the match 5-4, losing concentration after the front-row comment. Murphy joked on Instagram about contemplating which end of his cue to use. Meanwhile, Judd Trump rallied from 3-1 down to lead Gary Wilson 5-4, while Ronnie O'Sullivan began his quest for an eighth title by accidentally heading to the wrong table.
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