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Krishan Davis

Bristol's Judd Trump dismisses 'favourite' tag ahead of World Snooker Championship semi-final against former taxi driver

Bristol's Judd Trump has rubbished suggestions he is now favourite after reaching the semi-finals of the World Snooker Championship.

Trump romped to a 13-6 win over Scotsman Stephen Maguire at the Crucible on Wednesday.

He is now bookies' favourite to land the prize going into his semi-final clash against former taxi driver Gary Wilson from Tyneside.

However, he was quick to distance himself from the 'favourite' tag following his victory.

Trump in action against Maguire (PA)

He said: "I am not sure I am the favourite. I am very pleased to still be in, but the winner of Robertson and Higgins will be the favourite.

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"They have been there and done it. I am in there battling - me and Gary will be out there to try to win it for the first time.

"It is important to get off to a good start. I cannot let someone with so much confidence get in front because it will be too difficult to pull back."

Stephen Maguire looks frustrated (PA)

The Bristolian was in control thoughout the encounter and was 9-1 ahead at one point.

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Maguire had a brief resurgence in the final session but Trump secured victory with an 82 break.

Meanwhile, Maguire had one word to describe his own performance: "S**t."

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