UK Championship: Former champions Ding Junhui and Judd Trump knocked out in last 16
Fifth seed Trump lost 6-4 to world number 21 Joe Perry, but the bigger shock saw world number 59 Martin O'Donnell beat two-time winner Ding by the same score.
World number eight Ding became increasingly frustrated by his sloppy positional play and some simple misses.
O'Donnell, 32, faces Ronnie O'Sullivan next, while Perry plays Tom Ford.
Londoner O'Donnell described victory as "the biggest of his career".
"I knew I was in good shape so I didn't panic," he said . "I knew I would get my chance.
"I enjoyed it once I started potting a few balls and it was great to finish it off.
"There are a lot of tough days and a lot more downs than ups in snooker unless you are one of the top players."
Perry sends Trump packing
Perry showed impressive composure to knock out 2011 champion Trump.
A smooth first session by Trump saw him lead 3-1 with breaks of 81 and 97.
But Perry was playing some equally impressive stuff and never appeared flustered despite having to come from behind.
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