Gallstones-battling Peter Wright ‘trying not to eat crumpets caked in butter’

Peter Wright has been suffering with gallstones in recent weeks (John Walton/PA)

World number one Peter Wright believes only a flare up of his gallstones will stop him from retaining the World Matchplay title in Blackpool.

The 2021 champion begins the defence of his crown at the Winter Gardens against Madars Razma on Saturday, but has been struggling with his health in recent weeks.