The world number 35, who turned professional in 2019, had never previously made a single maximum break in his career. Monday’s win has earned him a place in the final round of qualifiers. Page reached the tournament proper for the first time in 2022 and caused an upset by beating former finallist Barry Hawkins 10-7 in round one. He also qualified for the final tournament last year, but was well beaten 10-1 in the opening round by Ronnie O’Sullivan. Page told 5 Live that the money would help as he has a three-month-old son and has recently bought a house. But he said there would not be too much celebration, with a steak dinner on Monday night before practice on Tuesday. Page will meet England’s world number 30 Joe O’Connor in the final qualifying round for a place in round one at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.
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