Higgins fumes after World Championship exit

Defending champion John Higgins crashed out of the 888.com World Championship in Sheffield and launched a furious attack on the playing conditions and tournament officials.

Higgins fumes after World Championship exit

Defending champion John Higgins crashed out of the 888.com World Championship in Sheffield and launched a furious attack on the playing conditions and tournament officials.

Higgins, aiming to become only the third player to successfully defend the title, lost 13-9 to Welshman Ryan Day in the second round at the Crucible.

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