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Lisowski Edges Trump 9-8 to Claim First Ranking Title at Northern Ireland Open

He dedicated the breakthrough to his late father after months coping with grief.

Overview

  • The 34-year-old prevailed in a deciding 17th frame at Belfast’s Waterfront Hall to lift the Alex Higgins trophy.
  • He closed out the decider 73-7 after the world No 1 missed with the rest.
  • The win ended a run of six defeats in ranking finals, including three previous losses to Trump.
  • Lisowski said he learned of his father's death during March's event in Hong Kong, withdrew to fly home, and later felt he returned to competition too soon.
  • Trump praised his close friend and said he fully deserved the win, with his own last title coming in December 2024.