O'Sullivan and Murphy through

World number one Ronnie O’Sullivan and world champion Shaun Murphy both battled back from behind to secure their places in the last 16 of the Grand Prix in Preston.

Crucible winner Murphy trailed Devonian left-hander Andy Hicks 2-0 after his opponent ran in breaks of 42 and 106 to forge ahead, while O’Sullivan lost his opening frame against opponent Anthony Hamilton.