LEAVING HIS MARK
Mark Williams in heart-warming gesture to retiring ITV cameraman after Tour Championship triumph over Ronnie O’Sullivan
The cameraman's longevity in snooker stretches back an astonishing way
MARK WILLIAMS gave his medal to a retiring cameraman in a heart-warming gesture after his Tour Championship victory over Ronnie O'Sullivan.
Three-time world champion Williams, 49, fought back from 5-3 down to clinch seven frames on the bounce and beat O'Sullivan 10-5 in Manchester.
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After the match, he was presented with a winners medal following a career-first Tour Championship triumph.
But he immediately placed it around the neck of cameraman Duncan Richmond - who beamed after receiving the honour.
Richmond retired on Sunday evening after 44 years behind the camera.
An incredible 27 of those years were spent working on snooker - a stint that stretches back to before both Williams and O'Sullivan won their first world titles.
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It was an emotional moment for all involved as those on social media were quick to react.
One said: "Congratulations to Mark Williams winning the snooker Tour Championship and soundly beating the GOAT Ronnie O'Sullivan.
"And what a gesture to give his winning medal to the retiring cameraman Duncan Richmond 🏆."
Another added: "Lovely touch 👏👏."
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A third replied: "How lovely to see someone who is always behind the scenes to take centre stage even for a brief moment!
"Happy retirement @PapaD1000, we will miss you x."
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And a fourth said: "It’s lovely that you’ve given someone who plays a big part behind the scenes the recognition they deserve!"
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