John Higgins began what could be an emotional journey to a fourth Crucible title with a hint of early anxiety followed by a masterclass this evening.

John Higgins made a winning return following a six-month ban from snooker today as he claimed a 4-2 success against Joe Jogia at the European Players Tour Championship in Hamm, Germany.

World number four John Higgins is set to return from his six-month ban tomorrow when he competes in the Euro Players Tour Championship in Hamm, Germany.