Hazel Irvine, Steve Davis and John Parrott present coverage from the Telford International Centre, as defending champion Ding Junhui opens up proceedings at the 2010 UK Championship, where the top 16 players are drawn against 16 qualifiers.

Later this afternoon, all eyes will be on John Higgins, who makes his return after a six month suspension. Matches are the best-of-17 frames, played over two sessions. Show less