John Higgins moving ‘onwards and upwards’ after thumping David Grace

EASY WIN: John Higgins cruised into the second round. Pic: Mike Egerton/PA

John Higgins was pleased with his performance after thumping David Grace 10-3 to reach the second round of the World Snooker Championship for the 25th time.

The four-time world champion began Tuesday’s afternoon session with a commanding 7-2 lead and needed just an hour to book his place in the last 16, where he will meet either Kyren Wilson or Ryan Day.