Ko is one of the best and an all around classy pro that from the sounds of this thread, did not get equal treatment by the referee.
I hope Shaw comes out with a strong statement on the referee, as I believe it would be a real character and respect builder for him that would boost his image. An image as a top tier professional player in all respects.
I hope the 2 of them have a 9 or 10 Ball challenge match in the near future with multiple sets or one long set. Winner breaks, a real shoot out and some one like Jay H. refereeing and racking for them.
The winning opponent should always protest unfair treatment of the opponent he defeated if it took place. Pool needs that and that caliber of pro players.
The win at all costs attitude never promotes the growth of any sport and stops a sport from having champions that fans look up to.