Mark Williams is safely through to the second round of the Snooker World Championship.
The reigning World Champion got the better of qualifier Martin Gould 10-7 to become the first player into the next stage.
Meanwhile, 2010 champion Neil Robertson has a commanding 9-0 lead over debutant Michael Georgiou.
Elsewhere, number 14 seed Luca Brecel leads Gary Wilson 5-4 at the end of their first session.
Salah revels in favourite season with Man City win
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah continued to make the case that this is his greatest season ever as he broke records in their 2-0 Premier League win at Manchester City on Sunday and the talisman said the campaign was his personal favourite.
India's Kohli roars back into form with match-winning hundred
Virat Kohli proved he is not a spent force yet as India's batting stalwart produced a match-winning hundred in a Champions Trophy humdinger against arch-rivals Pakistan in Dubai on Sunday.
Tadej Pogacar cruises to third UAE Tour victory
Tadej Pogacar is celebrating becoming a three-time UAE Tour champion after cruising to a solo victory in his opening race of the year.
Riders complete 15th Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge
Riders have completed the 15th edition Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge, held in partnership with the Dubai Sports Council.
Teenager Andreeva wins Dubai Tennis Championships
Mirra Andreeva became the youngest player to win a WTA 1000 title when the 17-year-old beat Clara Tauson 7-6(1) 6-1 in the Dubai Tennis Championships final on Saturday.
