Shaun Murphy dominates the opening session of the Masters final to establish a 6-2 lead over world champion Kyren Wilson at Alexandra Palace.

Snooker star Shaun Murphy has been left ‘in shock’ after beating Kyren Wilson to secure his second Masters title at Alexandra Palace on Sunday. Murphy held off a fightback from the world champion to come out on top with a 10-7 win and scoop up a record-breaking amount of prize money.

Shaun Murphy has claimed his second Masters title with a 10-7 victory over world champion Kyren Wilson at Alexandra Palace, securing a record-breaking prize of £350,000. The 42-year-old 'Magician' held his nerve in a tense evening session to end a decade-long wait for a Triple Crown tournament victory.