From a career high of 12, McGill had even been in danger of relegation from the tour, but he is already guaranteed a return to the top 50.When Higgins took the fifth frame with a break of 111, the former world champion looked to be in the groove.However, McGill proved the steadier of the two and a 104 break in the eighth a 93 break in the ninth secured victory.Higgins, who turned 50 in May, was looking to become the oldest winner of a ranking title but lamented missed chances.”Anthony hit the ball superbly well, like the way we all know he can,” he said. “A big turning point was the fourth frame when I missed an unforgivable red with the rest with the balls at my mercy. “Then, in the last frame, I butchered a red to the middle. But every credit to Anthony, he finished the match off very well.”
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British Open: Anthony McGill beats John Higgins to reach first final in eight years
