By winning a thrilling encounter 6-5, Ali Carter secured his place in the semi-finals of the MrQ Masters after sending defending champion Judd Trump packing. Initially, Trump had a chance at match ball at 5-4 ahead, but he missed it, allowing Carter to overtake him and score the sensational win. Carter will now face either three-time Masters winner Mark Selby or 2018 winner Mark Allen in the semi-final. Carter is aiming to win his maiden Triple Crown title this weekend. Trump’s defeat ends his reign as champion, having lifted the Paul Hunter Trophy at Alexandra Palace 12 months ago after defeating Mark Williams 10-8 in the final. Carter made the title match at the Masters in 2020, having been initially handed a place in the event due to Ronnie O’Sullivan’s withdrawal, but was pipped by fellow Essex cueman Stuart Bingham 10-8.
