Mark Allen graciously accepted defeat in the Home Nations Series, missing out on the bonus to Jack Lisowski. Allen humorously mentioned that he “cried himself to sleep” after the £150,000 prize slipped through his fingers.

Lisowski staged a remarkable comeback, highlighted by a classy break of 78 in the crucial frame against John Higgins, securing his spot in the final and claiming the substantial cash reward.

Allen had positioned himself favorably to win the prize but faltered in the Welsh Open, allowing one of his competitors to seize the opportunity. Despite leading the rankings throughout the Home Nations campaign, Allen suffered a first-round loss to David Grace in Wales.

Lisowski, one of the select few who could overtake Allen for the jackpot, capitalized on the chance presented to him. While Allen graciously congratulated Lisowski, it was undoubtedly a bitter pill to swallow.

Expressing his sentiments on social media, Allen acknowledged Lisowski’s accomplishment and humorously remarked on his own near misses in previous years. Lisowski, trailing Higgins initially, displayed nerves of steel to secure victory under immense pressure.

Looking ahead, Lisowski is now focused on facing Barry Hawkins in the final, emphasizing the need to maintain momentum and stay grounded in the pursuit of success.