Hello and welcome to SunSport’s live blog of the English Open!
Today’s action in Brentwood will mark the start of the last-64 clashes, with the top 16 entering the Home Nations event.
Reigning champion Judd Trump will kickstart his tournament against Liu Hongyu as he looks to build on his triumph at the Saudi Arabia Masters earlier this month.
Ronnie O’Sullivan will join the action tomorrow evening as he goes head-to-head with He Guoqiang in his tournament opener.
Rocket is looking to claim his second Steve Davis trophy this year and will have eyes on the huge £100,000 jackpot.