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World Snooker Shootout: Martin Gould crushed Mark Allen to win in Blackpool

Martin Gould clinched the 2013 World Snooker Shootout with a crushing 103-0 final success over Mark Allen.

Last Updated: 27/01/13 10:05pm

The Londoner maintained his blistering form from the semi-finals to open up a 46-point lead with Allen only able to watch-on from the sidelines.

When Gould did miss a shot the Northern Irishman was unable to capitalise allowing the 31-year-old the chance to slot home a break of 57 and secure the spoils.

"It's very difficult. In ten minutes anything can happen. It means a lot to win this tournament," Gould told Sky Sports.

Earlier, Allen booked his place in the final with a remarkable final-ball finish against Stephen McGuire.

Allen raced ahead in the match with a 51 break only for McGuire to level things at 53-all, but he was unable to convert a tough black in the final minute.

His miss proved costly as Allen sunk the pot from distance to cap a thrilling semi-final.

Gould followed Allen into the final with a comprehensive 77-6 triumph over Michael Holt.

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Holt thought he had played a safety shot to perfection, but much to his astonishment Gould slotted home a red which also allowed him to pot the pink.

He could only watch on as Gould managed a 71 break which left Holt requiring four snookers in the last two minutes of the match, a feat that proved impossible.

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