In a riveting quarterfinal clash at the 2024 World Snooker Championship, Jak Jones and Judd Trump battled fiercely over three sessions, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. With the scores deadlocked at 8-8 after two sessions, anticipation was high for the decisive third meeting on Wednesday.

Despite Trump's reputation as a former world champion and the favourite heading into the tie, Jones showcased remarkable resilience, holding Trump to a 4-4 draw in the first session. The determined Welshman refused to yield, maintaining parity with the "Ace in the Pack" throughout Tuesday evening's play.

As the third and final session commenced on Wednesday morning, Trump found himself struggling to find his rhythm. A missed opportunity in the opening frame allowed Jones to seize a lead, albeit briefly.

Fortune quickly turned in Trump's favour when Jones fouled, inadvertently gifting the frame back to his opponent and levelling the game at 9-9.

Undeterred by the setback, Jones raised the intensity, crafting a magnificent break of 87 to surge ahead 10-9. Capitalising on Trump's errors, Jones extended his lead to 11-9 with a composed 61 break, heading into the mid-session interval with momentum on his side.

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In the 21st frame, Jones displayed remarkable composure, navigating a challenging situation to claim a pivotal frame and establish a commanding 12-9 lead. Controversially, Jones briefly left the arena, leaving Trump to stew in his seat, grappling with his own thoughts.