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World Snooker Championship 2005 -

: This was the last ever tournament sponsored by Embassy , ending a relationship with the sport that had lasted since 1976 due to new tobacco advertising laws.

: Murphy became the first qualifier to win the title since Terry Griffiths in 1979. World Snooker Championship 2005

The 2005 World Snooker Championship remains one of the most legendary chapters in the history of the Crucible Theatre. It wasn't just a tournament; it was a 150-1 underdog story that defied all logic and marked the end of an era for the sport. : This was the last ever tournament sponsored

However, Murphy's "Magician" moniker began to take shape on the final day. He clawed back to level the match at 16–16 before showing incredible composure to win the final two frames, securing an . Match Statistics at a Glance: Shaun Murphy Matthew Stevens Final Score 18 Century Breaks 3 (High: 137) 1 (High: 124) Total 50+ Breaks Prize Money Data sourced from CueTracker . Why 2005 Mattered It wasn't just a tournament; it was a

The final against world number six Matthew Stevens was a rollercoaster of momentum. Stevens, a two-time finalist, looked set to finally claim the crown when he took a commanding after the first day.

The "Magician’s" Masterpiece: Remembering the 2005 World Snooker Championship