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Jack Lisowski Opens Northern Ireland Title Defence with Victory

Reigning champion Jack Lisowski progressed through the opening stage in Belfast, while Mark Selby suffered a surprising early exit from the tournament.

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Jack Lisowski successfully initiated the defence of his Northern Ireland Open crown by defeating Huang Jiahao 4-1 in Belfast. The victory ensures the reigning champion advances to the next stage of the competition as he seeks to maintain his hold on the trophy.

Elsewhere in the tournament, Mark Selby experienced a significant setback, exiting the competition following a shock defeat in the first round. Irish competitor Aaron Hill also saw his campaign conclude prematurely after being overcome 4-2 by Thepchaiya Un-Nooh.

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  1. BBC SportSelby out but Lisowski advances in NI Open defence
  2. www.msn.comAaron Hill falls at first hurdle as Jack Lisowski begins Northern Ireland Open title defence with a win
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Reigning champion Jack Lisowski begins his defence of the Northern Ireland Open with a 4-1 victory over Huang Jiahao in Belfast, but Mark Selby makes a surprise first-round exit.

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Aaron Hill fell at the first hurdle in a 4-2 defeat to Thepchaiya Un-Nooh.

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