Scotland’s John Higgins remains on course for a first Crucible crown in 11 years, after beating Thailand’s Noppon Saengkham 13-7.

Today’s victory sees Higgins through to the 16th Crucible quarter-final of his career.

Higgins came into this afternoon with a 11-5 advantage. He then stepped up with a break of 90 to get over the line and confirm his 13-7 win.

He now awaits either Jack Lisowski or Neil Robertson in the quarter-finals.

England’s Stuart Bingham pulled away from 8-8 to beat Kyren Wilson 13-9 in the second round of the Betfred World Championship.

More to follow.