Williams thrashes Perry to reach third round of German Masters

World number two Mark Williams breezed into the third round of the German Masters with a dominant 5-0 whitewash of Joe Perry.

The reigning world champion notched four half-centuries in the victory, sealing the match with a 63 break.

Judd Trump, who claimed the Masters title earlier this month, and Steven Maguire will meet in round three after both picked up resounding 5-1 wins over Yan Bingtao and Robert Milkins respectively.

Kyren Wilson also made his way through with a 5-2 victory against Peter Ebdon.

World number one Mark Selby will attempt to reach the third round when he faces David Gilbert on Friday, after a 5-1 win over Ricky Walden in the first round.