John Higgins faced a challenging situation during his match against Noppon Saengkham at the Scottish Open due to a referee error while repositioning a ball. The game started with Saengkham winning the first frame after 36 minutes, but things took a chaotic turn when Higgins accidentally kissed the pink while trying to reach a distant red.
Referee Colin Humphries struggled to correct the positioning of the balls, leading to confusion as he touched the wrong ball and disrupted the original layout. A discussion ensued between the referee and the marker while Higgins patiently waited. Eventually, after multiple attempts to fix the situation, the frame was called off, and both players agreed to a re-rack.
Saengkham went on to secure a 4-0 victory over Higgins, showcasing an impressive 100 break. This incident marked another unusual event involving the Scottish snooker star in recent matches.
In a previous round against Antoni Kowalski, Higgins found himself in a comical situation after using the spider and accidentally knocking over nearby reds with his cue. Despite the mishap, Higgins maintained a light-hearted attitude, and commentators found humor in the situation.
The ongoing Scottish Open tournament continues to provide unexpected moments, keeping fans intrigued.