Shaun Murphy held his nerve to clinch his first major title since 2015, and after the match he had some words for his opponent, Kyren Wilson.

Murphy defeated Kyren Wilson in the final at Alexandra Palace to claim the title for the second time, having also won the 2015 Masters. And his post-victory post on social media reminded many of a famous moment from soccer great Lionel Messi.

THE MASTERS final is taking place between Kyren Wilson and Shaun Murphy at Alexandra Palace RIGHT NOW! Murphy charged into a stunning 6-2 lead at the end of the afternoon session

Kyren Wilson takes on Shaun Murphy in the Masters snooker final at Ally Pally and Express Sport provides live score updates.

One of snooker's biggest events concluded on Sunday, January 19, with Shaun Murphy defeating world champion Kyren Wilson to claim Masters glory.

Shaun Murphy won his second Masters title with a brilliant 10-7 defeat of Kyren Wilson in Sunday's final at Alexandra Palace.

Shaun Murphy won the Masters title for the second time in his snooker career on Sunday, earning a 10-7 victory over Kyren Wilson at Alexndra Palace.

Shaun Murphy reached his third Masters final with a 6-3 win over Mark Allen, hitting a maximum break on his way to victory.

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