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Willie Thorne’s family battle over late snooker player’s ashes – and prized cue
The Daily Star’s FREE newsletter is spectacular! Sign up today for the best stories straight to your inbox The family of legendary snooker player Willie Thorne are locked in a bitter argument over his ashes and his favourite snooker cue. The professional snooker player passed away at the age of 66 in June this year […]