Higgins Rolls Back the Years as Masters 6–2 Streak Continues
Good evening and welcome. We’re bringing you the latest from the Masters snooker in London and once again, the scoreline tells a familiar story. Another match, another 6–2 win and this time it’s John Higgins reminding everyone why his name still carries so much weight in this sport.
Under the lights at Alexandra Palace, the 50-year-old Scot produced a performance full of control, confidence and class as he swept aside Barry Hawkins in the evening session. On paper, this was a tight first-round clash between two proven Masters contenders. But once the match settled, it became very clear who was dictating the pace.
Hawkins started brightly and took the opening frame, but from there, Higgins took over. He began potting long balls with authority, setting up chances and clearing the table with calm precision. Frame after frame, Higgins built momentum and Hawkins simply couldn’t interrupt the rhythm. At one stage, Hawkins went close to an hour without potting a single ball, a sign of just how complete Higgins’ control had become.
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This wasn’t about flashy shots for the highlight reel. This was about timing, positioning and ruthless efficiency. Higgins compiled a series of strong breaks, including a near-century and rarely gave his opponent a second look at the table. The final score, 6–2, matched every other result so far in this year’s first round, making it six straight matches ending the same way. It’s a remarkable pattern and one that’s turning heads around the tournament.
For Higgins, this win means more than just progression. It sends a message. At 50, many players are winding down their careers, but Higgins is still competing with the very best and doing it on one of snooker’s biggest stages. He now moves into his 16th Masters quarter-final, an extraordinary milestone that speaks to his longevity and professionalism.
Waiting for him next is reigning world champion Zhao Xintong and that’s where things get even more interesting. Zhao represents the new generation, fearless and attacking, while Higgins brings decades of experience and tactical intelligence. It’s a classic clash of styles and based on what we saw tonight, Higgins will need to maintain this exact standard to have a real chance.
Elsewhere earlier in the day, Kyren Wilson also won 6–2, continuing the trend and booking his place in the last eight. With top names still to come and the draw opening up after a high-profile withdrawal, this Masters is already shaping into something special.
So as we wrap up tonight, one thing is clear. John Higgins isn’t here for nostalgia. He’s here to compete, to challenge and maybe, just maybe, to make another deep run at the Masters. We’ll be watching closely as the tournament continues.
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