The final of the Northern Ireland Open was suspended during the opening frame due to a medical incident.

Judd Trump and Jack Lisowski both left the arena during the pause in play on Sunday.

The former had been leading the first of a potential 17 frames at the Waterfront Hall in Belfast.

However, the match was brought to a halt after a spectator was taken ill in the crowd.

Play was suspended whilst the spectator received medical attention.

Both players initially remained in the arena after returning to their chairs.

Referee Rob Spencer then told them they could head backstage as it was unclear how long the match would be suspended.

Trump and Lisowski then left the arena for the remainder of the pause in play.

It came with Trump holding a narrow 45-42 lead in the frame, which Lisows

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