Ding docked frame for wearing wrong trousers

Ding Junhui has won 14 ranking events in total

Ding Junhui was docked the opening frame during his 4-3 win over Ma Hailong at the English Open for turning up in the wrong trousers.

The 36-year-old sent a friend to buy some trousers from a shop nearby, but had to forfeit the opening frame after starting the match late.

"I totally forgot I needed a black shirt and trousers," said Ding.

"My memory is not good. I didn't think about it. Once I was playing I tried to just concentrate on the match.

"Luckily Ma's safety was not that good and he gave me enough chances to win."

Ding, a 14-time ranking event winner, fell 3-1 behind before battling back to take the final three frames and defeat his Chinese counterpart.