John "Wizard of Wishaw" Higgins

Higgins turned professional in 1992, compiling 357 competitive centuries to date, including five 147 breaks (only Stephen Hendry and Ronnie O'Sullivan have made more.) In his career thus far, Higgins has won a total of 18 ranking tournaments. His first tournament victory came in 1994 when he beat Dave Harold 9-6 in the final of the Grand Prix. He followed his victory in the Grand Prix by claiming the British and International Open in 1995.

Higgins’ career highlight to date has been winning the World Championship on two occasions – in 1998 and 2007; both times, this feat ensured that he finished the season with World number one status.