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Maguire and Murphy to Resume Rivalry in World Snooker Championship
Murphy Eyes Maguire Matchup
Old Rivals to Clash in Second Round
World Snooker Championship second round action kicks off on Friday, and fans will be treated to a renewal of an old rivalry as Stephen Maguire and Shaun Murphy take to the Crucible.
Maguire and Murphy have a long history, dating back to their early days on the snooker circuit. Murphy has the upper hand in recent meetings, but Maguire will be looking to change that when they meet in Sheffield.
Both players have a chance to make a deep run in this year's tournament. Reigning champion Luca Brecel and four-time winner Mark Selby are already out, leaving the door open for a new champion to be crowned.
Murphy is confident in his chances against Maguire, but he knows that he will need to be at his best to overcome the Scot.
"Stephen is a great player, and he's always a tough opponent," Murphy said. "But I'm feeling good about my game, and I'm confident that I can beat him."
Maguire is also confident heading into the match, and he believes that he has what it takes to beat Murphy.
"Shaun is a great player, but I know that I can beat him," Maguire said. "I'm going to go out there and play my best, and I'm confident that I can win."
The Maguire-Murphy match is sure to be a close and exciting one. Both players are capable of producing brilliant snooker, and the Crucible is the perfect stage for them to showcase their talents.
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