Stephen Hendry retires following World Championship exit

Stephen Hendry has retired from snooker following a comprehensive World Championship defeat against Stephen Maguire at the Crucible.

The 43-year-old finished his illustrious career in disappointing fashion as Maguire showcased his ability in a 13-2 victory.

Hendry said: "There's a few reasons - the schedule, the fact I'm not playing the snooker I want to play, and the fact I'm not enjoying practice.

"It was quite an easy decision.

"I didn't tell many people [before the tournament], but this is me finished from tournament snooker."

Hendry was the youngest ever winner at the Crucible in 1990 and went on to win the biggest tournament in snooker seven times in his career.