Today's players are Allison Fisher , women's world title holder at the age of 17; James Wattana , at 20 one of snooker's brightest prospects; plus Silvino Francisco , one of the fastest potters in the business. 'On cue' as usual will be referee and assistant John 'Mr Trick Shot' Virgo.

Today's international players are, from Northern Ireland, the controversial Alex 'Hurricane' Higgins; from Wales, the evergreen and ever-popular Ray Reardon ; and Australian national champion, John Campbell.