Shaun Murphy made history by compiling the sixth 147 maximum break in Masters history during his semi-final against Mark Allen at Alexandra Palace. This feat, achieved by only five players since the event’s inception in 1975, gave Murphy a 4-2 lead in the match and prompted celebrations from fans and Allen. With nine 147 breaks in his career, Murphy is now in contention for the £15,000 prize for the tournament’s highest break, putting him among the elite players in snooker history.
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A massive wildfire in southern Cyprus has claimed two lives and injured at least ten others, as hundreds of residents were evacuated amidst an intense heatwave with temperatures reaching 44C. The fire, which has destroyed around 100 square kilometers in a wine-producing region near Limassol, has prompted Cyprus to request assistance from the EU, with Spain and Jordan offering support. Want More Context? 🔎
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