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Northern Ireland Open: Anthony Hamilton loses semi-final after white ball mishap
- Updated: November 20, 2016
Anthony Hamilton has suffered from neck problems in recent years
England’s Anthony Hamilton suffered a cruel semi-final defeat at the Northern Ireland Open as he touched the white ball when he looked certain of victory.
Playing compatriot Barry Hawkins, Hamilton fought back from 4-2 and 5-3 down to level at 5-5 and was then presented with a glorious chance.
But with the table at his mercy, Hamilton, 45, feathered the white which allowed Hawkins to hit a break of 58.
Hawkins went on to win the frame …
