Mark Allen crashed out of the 2024 Northern Ireland Open at the last-32 stage as the world No.3 was upset by Oliver Lines in a dramatic seven-frame battle.

The highly anticipated match lived up to its expectations as it saw Allen, who is known for his exceptional skills, being outmaneuvered by Lines in a truly thrilling display of snooker.

Oliver Lines, who made his debut in professional snooker over 8 years ago, demonstrated great composure in his approach to outsmart Allen and gain an upper hand over his opponent.

Allen was understandably expected to triumph over Lines based on their respective current rankings, yet Lines' unyielding determination and clever tactics paved the way for his glorious and well-deserved win.

Fans could see a number of visible signs of pressure in the demeanor of the Northern Irishman throughout the match, while Lines played with a carefree spirit that served him very well on the day.

As per usual, the Northern Ireland Open has drawn numerous renowned competitors from across the world and the exciting encounters that the event delivered are only a small testament to the growing popularity of snooker as a thrilling spectator sport.

Lines now moves forward in the tournament, eagerly anticipating the results of his next match to be able to gauge his next challenge. Meanwhile, Allen must carefully evaluate and regain his mental toughness and skills to avert similar setbacks in the future.