In a high octane first-round encounter at the 2024 Spreadex World Grand Prix, Northern Irishman Mark Allen showcased his exceptional snooker prowess, securing a 4-2 victory over his opponent, Jack Lisowski.

Right from the opening frames, Allen set the tone with an electrifying display, notching up century breaks of 103 and 110. The crowd was treated to a masterclass as the cue maestro demonstrated precision and finesse on the baize.

Not one to be outdone, Lisowski responded swiftly, showcasing his own skills with a points tally of 102, which included an impressive 93 break. The match quickly levelled as Lisowski steadied himself, contributing a solid 75 break to make it 2-2.

However, Allen wasn't ready to relinquish control, and in a display of sheer brilliance, he secured his third frame with yet another century break, this time an impressive 108. The relentless pursuit of perfection by Allen left Lisowski trailing and struggling to regain momentum.

As the tension mounted in the later stages of the match, Allen clinched victory in remarkable fashion. Despite narrowly missing out on what could have been his fourth century of the game, Allen's break ended at 82 as he missed a crucial black. Nonetheless, it proved to be inconsequential as Allen sealed the match with a 4-2 score line, advancing to the next stage of the tournament.