THE final of the Players Championship snooker is HERE – and it has got off to a thrilling start.

In-form world champion is taking on veteran in the showpiece match in Telford.

The afternoon session delivered fireworks with nothing separating the two outstanding cueists, with the score level at 4-4.

  • Start time: 7pm GMT
  • TV channel: Channel 5
  • Live stream: 5 app/website

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