Yan Bingtao upsets John Higgins to win Masters title
Yan Bingtao upsets John Higgins to win Masters title

Yan Bingtao was crowned the youngest Masters champion since Ronnie O’Sullivanin 1995 after sinking John Higgins 10-8 in Milton Keynes.

The 20-year-oldChinese star rose to the occasion to see off the Scot, 25 years his senior,and claim the title in his debut appearance in the top-16-only tournament.

Itwas a remarkably composed display from Yan, the world number 11, who twice hitback from two frames behind before seeing off the vastly experienced formertwo-time winner.