In the afternoon session of the English Open, Judd Trump bounced back from his lackluster performance in the previous round with a convincing 4-1 victory over Matthew Selt. The defending champion, who had earlier stated that he “didn’t really care” about his match on Monday, showed a renewed focus and determination as he cruised past Selt.

“I didn’t really care about what was happening on the table during my last match, but today I was fully focused and it showed in my performance,” Trump said after his win.

World No. 1 Trump started the match strongly, displaying sharp potting skills that left Selt struggling to find his rhythm. Trump comfortably took the opening frame, with Selt unable to make much of an impact.

Selt finally found his footing in the third frame with a fine long red, but Trump quickly regained control and extended his lead. At 12-0 ahead in the fourth frame, Trump made a crucial pot from the centre to the right corner, sealing the victory and moving one step closer to the next round.

Meanwhile, Mark Selby also impressed in his match against Joe O’Connor, breezing through with a 4-0 win. Selby’s exceptional performance included a total clearance of 137 in the second frame, showcasing his skill and talent on the table.

Selby’s dominance continued in the third frame, forcing O’Connor to concede with three snookers needed for a comeback. With the win, Selby moved one step closer to the next round of the tournament.

Overall, it was a day of strong performances from Trump, Selby, and other top players, setting the stage for an exciting continuation of the English Open.