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tournament which took place from 1–15 January 1989 with ITV coverage beginning on the 7th. The tournament was played at the

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. Reigning UK Champion

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won his second title in succession, beating Wayne Jones 13–11 in the final.

Main draw

Final

Century breaks

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*138 Tony Knowles *137 Wayne Jones *134

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*121 Graham Cripsey *121

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References

{{Snooker season 1988/1989 Classic (snooker)

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