A general shot on the snooker World Championship trophy
Fifteen-year-old Ben Mertens falls short in World Championship qualifying
The Belgian was hoping to become the youngest qualifier for the World Championship.
Jul 24, 17:05
 Ali Carter in action against Mark Selby during the second round of The Dafabet World Snooker Championship at Crucible Theatre on April 25, 2014
A look at history-making teenager Ben Mertens's journey
The Belgian became the youngest player to win a qualifying match in the World Snooker Championship.
Jul 23, 12:00
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