Ding Junhui wins third UK Championship

Maguire fought back to reduce Ding's advantage by winning three frames with three breaks above 100, but Ding was calm enough to see out the match, notably producing a break of 131 in the 15th frame.

Having becoming a father last year, Ding said "It's a new world, a new life" to be with his daughter. Although he is training as hard as ever, these days he is more eager to return home after practise.

"My daughter makes me so happy that I don't feel too bad even without winning any titles for over two years," said Ding.