Snooker: Fluke sparks Swail recovery

An incredible fluke put Joe Swail on course to launch one of his trademark Crucible comebacks against title-holder Mark Williams in the Embassy World Championship today.

The 31-year-old Ulsterman has become renowned for his battling qualities having recovered from 12-8 down to beat John Parrott in the second round last year and 9-7 behind against Sean Storey on Wednesday.