Mark Allen says there’s only one way to improve his ‘very disappointing’ career

Can Mark Allen scratch his World Championship itch? (Picture: Getty Images)

Mark Allen has been one of the best players on the planet for the last 15 years, but he insists his career has been ‘very disappointing’ as it hasn’t included a World Championship title.

The Pistol has racked up 12 ranking titles, including the UK Championship, won the Masters and the Champion of Champions twice.

Few in the history of the game have been more successful than the Northern Irishman, with only 10 players boasting more ranking event success.

However, his Crucible record has been poor, given the success he has enjoyed across the rest of the professional tour.

Allen has played at the Crucible for 19 years on the spin and he has not only failed to lift...