As I write Selby is 4-1 up against Lee and will soon be 5-1 ahead. That'll be another opening match going with the favourite. Not brilliant for trading but it does set-up some good 2nd round matches which could be very close.
Tonight's game will either be very close or completely one-sided.
7pm - Carter (7) 2.16 v Dott (10) 1.84
A week ago Carter was favourite for this match but with his ongoing health issues he is considering retirement after this tournament. That'll be a real shame for the talented and likeable player. Carter has been off the boil and hasn't picked up a ranking title since 2010, he's 2-3 down in the head to heads and Dott is the form player. Of the two Ali's, the more naturally gifted player but what Dott lacks in excitement he makes up for in consistency.
The outcome of the match I believe will come down to the attitude Carter brings to the Palace. He's clearly not enjoying his snooker and if he's serious about retiring, then the question is "does he want to go out with a whimper or a bang?"
I hope it's a bang but I fear it will be a whimper, so my pick is Dott.
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