Mark Allen Reveals Mental Health Clinic Stay Amid Retirement Contemplation

Professional snooker player Mark Allen has revealed he spent time in a mental health clinic as he works to "turn things around." The admission comes after his recent 4-2 defeat to Jordan Brown in the Northern Ireland Open, which marked his return to the sport following a significant semi-final loss at the World Championship in April.

Following his latest tournament exit, a visibly emotional Allen stated he was in a "bad place" and that his snooker career might be over, indicating that retirement has been a long-standing consideration. The Northern Ireland Open loss saw him become another high-profile player to be eliminated early from the event, adding to the narrative of his current struggles.