Scotland’s Graeme Dott was crowned world snooker champion after his gruelling final against Peter Ebdon came to life in grand style last night.

Graeme Dott took significant strides towards his first 888.com World Championship title - with the help of bananas and chocolate - opening up an 11-5 advantage in a war of attrition with Peter Ebdon at the Crucible Theatre.

Ronnie O’Sullivan’s former coach Del Hill has leapt to the defence of The Rocket after his tip controversy rocked the 888.com World Championships and insisted: “He is no cheat.”

Joe Swail paid tribute to coach Del Hill last night after causing the latest shock result of the £1.3m (€1.95m) Embassy World Championship.