‘Still one of the very best’ – Defeated Allen urges Higgins to believe in world title

“John Higgins beat Mark Allen late on Monday night on a drama-filled evening at the World Snooker Championship. The 48-year-old Scotsman beat Allen 13-12, booking his quarter-final place at the Crucible and taking a step closer to a fifth world title. Northern Irelandu0027s Allen was immensely humble after the loss, praising Higgins while reflecting on his own performance.”