Revived Allen inspired by former world champs

Despite a poor season Mark Allen says he is brimming with confidence after completing a 10-6 win over Chinese qualifier Fan Zhengyi.

Mark Allen celebrates after winning his match against Fan Zhengyi (not pictured), during day three of the Halo World Snooker Championship at the Crucible Theatre, Sheffield. Picture: Danny Lawson/PA Wire. 

Mark Allen is determined to seek inspiration from recent Crucible champions as he looks to end a difficult season on a high by claiming the world snooker title for the first time.

The Antrim 39-year-old has slipped from first to eighth in the standings after failing to go beyond a ranking semi-final this season, but says he is brimming with confidence after completing a 10-6 win over Chinese qualifier Fan Zhengyi.