The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Smith, Ross at 1.23 — an implied 76% chance. The favourite delivered.

• Smith, Ross: opened 1.27, closed 1.23 (76%)
• Burton, Stephen: opened 3.55, closed 3.90 (24%)

Burton, Stephen — recent form

• 2026-09-04Cullen, Joe 2-4 Burton, Stephen
• 2026-07-29Hopp, Max 5-3 Burton, Stephen
• 2026-07-28Mansell, Michael 5-3 Burton, Stephen

Smith, Ross — recent form

• 2026-08-30Smith, Ross 6-2 Anderson, Gary
• 2026-08-30Noppert, Danny 2-5 Smith, Ross
• 2026-08-30Smith, Ross 5-2 Chisnall, Dave
• 2026-08-30Clayton, Jonny 4-5 Smith, Ross
• 2026-08-29Smith, Ross 5-2 O'connor, William