The upcoming International Snooker Championship will have a Mark Williams-sized hole in the draw.

Williams confirmed the unfortunate news he would skip the tournament via social media. Judd Trump and Jack Lisowski forced to leave Northern Ireland Open final with match suspended

Williams explains latest snooker absence

"Man down," Williams said.

"No International Championship for me.

"Respiratory infection. Another week then doing nothing.

"Champion of Champions next stop, fingers crossed."

When does Williams hope to be in action next?

Anthony McGill is the beneficiary of Williams' withdrawal from the International Championship as he received a bye into the third round of the event.

The Champion of Champions tournament, where Williams is the defending champion, takes place in L

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