Mark Selby wins Betfred World Championship for the third time

Selby retains his World Championship title. Credit: PA

Leicester's Mark Selby pulled off one of the most astonishing victories in a Crucible final as he landed his third Betfred World Championship title.

He was trailing John Higgins 10-4 on Sunday evening, but a colossal comeback saw him roll to an 18-15 victory last night.