Yes, it's that time of year again, when the world of snooker focusses its attention on the North of England.
32 of the world's best players will compete for over a million pounds in prize money and the title world professional snooker champion.
Will it be number four for Higgins or O'Sullivan or can Williams join their hat-trick club? Will Murphy grab number two or maybe a new name will appear on the historic trophy?
1093 frames have been played at the English Institute of Sport, to find the 16 challengers who will take on the snooker's elite the game's spiritual home.
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