Shane MacDermott

Kyren Wilson won his fourth ranking crown at the Players Championship, aiming to be the first to break the Crucible Curse at the upcoming World Championship. Wilson sees his season as one of the best in snooker history, facing off against rival Judd Trump in epic showdowns. Wilson aims to overthrow Trump as world No.1 and continues to showcase his heart and bottle in their intense rivalry.

Brad Halliday hopes Bradford City can secure promotion for injured striker Andy Cook, who scored 85 goals in 192 games before suffering a season-ending ACL injury. With a strong desire to reward Cook's contributions and past near misses, the team is determined to achieve promotion and capitalize on their consistent performances this season. Despite the pressure of playing for a big club in League Two, Halliday remains optimistic about their chances and the support they receive at home games.

Snooker star Shaun Murphy reflects on his achievements in what he calls the toughest era for the sport. Competing against legends like O’Sullivan, Higgins, and Williams, he has 12 ranking titles but wishes for more Triple Crown wins. Despite setbacks, he continues to give his best in every tournament.

Snooker star Gary Wilson is aiming to win a tournament on Matchroom’s World Nineball Tour. Despite needing luck, he believes he can compete. Wilson is still focused on his snooker career, but sees potential in Nineball. He hopes the sport can grow and offer bigger prizes like snooker and darts.

Ellis Simms is aiming to return to the Premier League with Coventry City this season after a taste of top-flight football with Everton. The Sky Blues are in the play-off hunt, looking to improve on their near miss in the 2023 Championship play-off final. Simms dreams of scoring more Premier League goals after a memorable moment at Stamford Bridge.

Cam Brannagan credits his time with Liverpool, learning from players like Gerrard and Henderson, for shaping him as a player. Now a leader at Oxford United, he aims to pass on what he learned to younger players. Despite his brief taste of Premier League football, he is grateful for the opportunities that have come his way.