Defending champion Ronnie O'Sullivan equalled Stephen Hendry's all-time centuries record of 775 as he beat Ricky Walden 6-4 in the Masters.

O'Sullivan compiled hundreds in the sixth and 10th frame in the first round at Alexandra Palace in London.

Walden failed to capitalise on opportunities as O'Sullivan went 5-1 ahead before his opponent hit back.

He made a hundred of his own and took another two but O'Sullivan progressed and faces Marco Fu in the next round.

Ali Carter made quick work of Barry Hawkins with a 6-1 win in the first round of the Masters in London.

He made a superb start to the match with breaks of 95 and 50 to hold a 3-1 lead at the mid-session interval.

A century followed as he extended his advantage to 5-1, and he took the next frame to seal a comprehensive victory.