Ricky Walden continues his rise up the snooker world rankings

Chester snooker player Ricky Walden will begin his quest for a first UK Championship title next week when he faces the legendary Steve Davis in round one.

He has already had a year to remember. Earlier this month he pocketed £125,000 with victory at the International Championship in China.

Chris Hall has been to meet a man who has been playing snooker since the age of two and was schooled at home to allow him to pursue his dream