Hawkins takes Shoot Out crown

Barry Hawkins lifted the 2012 Snooker Shoot Out trophy after beating Graeme Dott in tonight‘s final in Blackpool.

The 32-year-old from Kent received a cheque for £32,000 (€38,066) for coming out on top in the 10-minute battle, with his opening break of 46 enough to give him a lead he would not surrender.

Hawkins had booked his place in the final with a win over veteran Dave Harrold, while Dott, the 2004 World Champion, saw off Tom Ford.

“I‘m not used to being a champion. It‘s only one frame but it‘s still a win,” Hawkins told Sky Sports 2.

“Even at 50 in front with two minutes left I was worried but I‘m delighted.

“I‘m getting married in the summer so the money will come in handy!”