Shaun Murphy Dominates Selby to Reach British Open Final

Shaun Murphy to face Anthony McGill after dominant win

Shaun Murphy dismantles Mark Selby 6-1 to reach the British Open final, setting up a showdown with Anthony McGill.

In the earlier semi-final, Anthony McGill pulled off a surprise 6-3 win over four-time British Open champion...

Shaun Murphy dominated Mark Selby in the second semi-final, winning 6-1 and setting up a British Open final with Anthony McGill. Murphy's imperious form saw him seize control early on, denying Selby the chance to settle into his tactical rhythm.

Murphy's performance was marked by clinical breaks, including a century and a 93 clearance that sealed his victory. This win marks a strong return to form for Murphy, who had recently fallen out of the world's top 16 rankings.

MURPHY PRODUCES THE GOODS! 🔥

The Magician defeats childhood rival Mark Selby 6-1 to reach the final in Cheltenham, where he faces Anthony McGill.#BritishOpen | @unibet pic.twitter.com/6GMIZ2fjbM

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In the earlier semi-final, Anthony McGill pulled off a surprise 6-3 win over four-time British Open champion John Higgins. McGill's victory sets up a tantalizing final against Murphy, with a £100,000 first prize up for grabs.

Mark Selby, typically a formidable opponent, struggled to keep up with Shaun Murphy's dominant performance, ultimately losing 6-1. This significant defeat showcases Murphy's strong form and tactical play.

MURPHY INTO FINAL 👏#BritishOpen @unibet pic.twitter.com/O75oM1EjAf

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In a separate semi-final match, Anthony McGill outplayed his fellow Scot, John Higgins, winning 6-3. McGill capitalized on Higgins' uncharacteristic mistakes, demonstrating his composure under pressure and highlighting his recent improvement in performance.