Judd Trump takes upper hand against Shaun Murphy in second-round Crucible clash

Trump has compiled 98 century breaks so far this season and will pocket a £100,000 bonus if he reaches the 100-mark before the end of the tournament.
Judd Trump opened up a two-frame lead over Shaun Murphy. Pic: Richard Sellers/PA

Judd Trump opened up a two-frame lead over Shaun Murphy. Pic: Richard Sellers/PA

Judd Trump shrugged off a slow start to establish a 5-3 lead over Shaun Murphy by the end of the first session of their World Championship second-round clash at the Crucible.

Trump had initially looked ill at ease against his fellow former champion before recovering to claim the initiative ahead of the resumption of their best-of-25 frames match-up on Sunday evening.

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