Well done to Neil Robertson for digging in after a nightmare start to the third session of his semi-final against Shaun Murphy today.
Robertson won the last three frames to trail 14-10 when at one point it looked as if he might suffer defeat with a session to spare.
He should have won the 19th frame. Murphy went in-off the green but Robertson grossly misjudged position from brown to blue and ended up missing a long blue, from which Murphy potted three great balls for a 12-7 lead.
Robertson's normally rock solid confidence appeared to be destroyed by this and at 14-7 he was all at sea.
Perhaps by this point he felt he couldn't win the match and so started throwing his cue at the balls.
He ended up making a century in the last frame and although Murphy is still a heavy favourite, the Aussie has thrown himself a lifeline.
He will, however, need to make a good start when they return tonight to stand any chance of winning the match.
40 comments:
written at 14-10 down : Robertson should just go aggressive now no point holding back his natural game
If he can get it to 15-13 then all is to play for, not something I expected to be possible at 14-7.
Robertson has a mission bigger than himself. Preventing Mr Smug getting to the final. This must be prevented at all costs!!!!
Hope this Robinson guy wins, never heard of him b4 but hes well fitter than Murphy. He shud loose some wait and maybe he will sweat less when hes cueing amongst all the balls. Thats why Noel Robinson was able to come back and win all those games.
Hes got more personality than Murphy coz hes Austrailian. The most personality Murphy showed was when he stayed down in despare when he missed his last shot. Quite annoyin but at least hes trying to inject some life into his game.
Jenna xx
Although Murphy is the fave to win, Robertson is fighting back and at least he has a chance! Right now, on betfair his odds are at 60 to win the final. If he beats Murphy, he's in the final. Worth a small bet with those odds I think - because as we all know, players can have a bad session! Never underestimate the underdog!
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I bet on both players to win and guarantee a small profit!
Hi's names Neil Robertson, Jenna not Noel Robinson.
Unless you're Jenna Jameson you can call him what you like ;)
Oh fanks! Neil Robertson yeh just watching on tv now. Im new to this snooker stuff. Had not seen this guy before today. Nice hair.
Well exciting!
Oh btw, I kno my spellins bad and i dont bother to write properly, but since you corrected me I will correct you!
Its spelt his, not hi's! :)
Jenna xx
Who's Jenna Jameson?
I'll look it up online anyway coz I hate people who ask questions they can find out themselves using google and wiki!
This match is exciting! I hope Neil beats Shawn the sheep!
Jenna xx
written at 14-14 level - great stuff Neil but he needs to cut the stupid exhibition shots when the frame is barely safe (e.g. only 2 snookers needed!) cos Murphy even if 3 snookers behind, is just gonna hang on!
OH NO!!!!!!!!!
http://www.insidesocal.com/tomhoffarth/smug2.jpg
Im upset. Didnt want Murphy to win. Neil was unlucky. I want Higgins to win now. Is he related to this Alex Higgins guy? My dad was on about this the other day but dunno whether he said he was or wasnt related.
Anyone else think Ken Doughtys accent is well sexy? John Parrot and Stephen Davis are commenting on Hendry now and are annoying to listen to. John Virgin sounds like hes asleep. Is John Virgin related to Richard Brandson? They both have that scruffy look and hes called Virgin like Brandsons company.
Jenna x
Lol John Virgin yes John is Richard's son.
Ha ha. Be serious tho they look the same age, John looks older actually.
Jenna x
Be serious tho his name is Virgo ha ha
So glad this Noel Robinson lost. Can't stand him. Well done Murphy !!
I am stil somewhat stunned that when Murphy potted 10x reds and blacks and was on a maximum this morning, that Dennis Taylor thought that it had never happened that 2 147's had been made in the same Championship.
I must have dreamed O'Sullivan and Carter making mx breaks last year.
Hah so he did say that, thought I was hearing things.
Ok right Virgo like the star sign. Sorry I look like a right tit now dont laugh too much tho Im only young.
Jenna x
Charlene Robinson, Scott Robinson and now Noel Robinson all good Aussie neighbour's.
Dont get the joke.
Jenna x
Fair dinkum Jenna
What does dinkum mean? I've heard of Dimsum.
Jenna x
It's what you do with biscuit's Jenna you dinkum in yout tea.
Ha ha very funny now come on dont be mean. Explain pls.
Jenna x
"Especially for you"
Don't worry about it Jenna. Just throw another few snags on the barbie sheila
Ok thanks for ur help.
Jenna x
Some Austrailian thing eh?
Jenna x
Ok thanks for ur help.
Jenna x
G'day mate we here in erinsborough not happy with Noel Robinson going out.
I dont care that much really. Happy for you that ur guy Murphy won. He held his cue with good authority like Parrot said, Im sure it pleased you when he was so good amongst the balls later on, obviously his practice paid off. Robertson did well tho, dunno how many tournaments there are in Austrailia but Ive not heard of any good Austrailian players. My dad mentioned there used to be one guy who was ok but got banned so guess theres noone for him to practise with.
Jenna x
Yes Jenna you mean Quinton Hann he's a dirty cheat tho
Yes Ive just googled Austrailian players and found him. Read he has an interesting off break where he just hits all the reds. Also found a newspaper article saying some girls accused him of sexual harasment, he tried putting a remote control between their legs. That true or was he cleared? Also he lost matches deliberately. Wow funny guy.
Jenna x
This Robertson in a jam blog has been great, great commment's, great laugh's, thank's Dave for a great blog.
I wonder if he turned them on putting the remote there?
I dunno it were funny at the start but has gotten a bit more serious now.
Robertson in a jam? Well Murphy ate him.
Hes well yummy tho so cant blame Murphy.
Jenna x
I like that Noel Robinson... and I like John Virgin's commentary though.
You are new to Snooker, you cannot get any of the names right, and you took an instant dislike to Murphy because of his weight.
He's in Sheffield right now playing in another world final, whilst you are sat at a computer insulting people you don't know personally just because they're overweight. Very sad.
Well I apologise for mentioning his weight. Thats not the reason I dislike him tho. Higgins isnt exactly slim himself and I dont dislike him. I didnt like Murphy because of the way he goes about playing and making the match last ages when he needs 10 snookers. Im sorry but Im not neutral I just picked someone to support. If it was Murphy against Davis then I would pick Murphy.
Jenna x
well said Gemma
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