Mark Selby secured a commanding 5-0 victory over Jack Lisowski in the quarter-final of the British Open in Cheltenham. The match was marked by Selby’s strong performance, with breaks of 82 and 64, which he later said did not require him to play at his peak. Despite the one-sided result, Selby did not criticize Lisowski’s style of play, though he noted that the younger player displayed a lack of mental resilience during the match. Selby praised Lisowski’s raw talent, calling him an enjoyable player to watch, but suggested that his tendency to take excessive risks sometimes hinders his performance. Commentators also weighed in on Lisowski’s performance. Stephen Hendry, appearing on Channel 5, remarked that Lisowski "didn't turn up," implying he did not play to his usual standards. Joe Perry, a two-time ranking event winner, echoed similar sentiments, stating that Lisowski "has all he's got is scoring and potting. If it's not working then there's nothing else," emphasizing that his game relies heavily on his ability to score and pot balls effectively. Selby acknowledged that Lisowski has had a strong run in recent months, including winning his first ranking title at the Northern Ireland Open in October and reaching the Welsh Open final in March. He praised Lisowski’s relaxed and carefree attitude, both on and off the table, but suggested that this aspect of his personality might be difficult to change. Despite the loss, Selby remains focused on his own goals. Now in the semi-final of the British Open, Selby will face Liam Highfield on Saturday. Following a successful run at the China Open last month, Selby is in a strong position to claim the world number one ranking. He is motivated to continue competing in all events while his form remains high, aiming to build on his current success and potentially win the British Open for the second time.