Legend Steve Davis refused to go on Big Break at first because he thought it was "the worst thing for snooker". But Davis changed his mind. In a chat show with John Virgo he said: "I realised how popular it was and how much enjoyment kids were getting from the game". #snooker

World champion Zhao Xintong said the "Crucible Curse" is not too much on his mind. No first-time world champion has ever retained the title at the Crucible. Zhao recently said: "I'm not thinking a lot about that. I just want to keep going, I trust my snooker." #snooker

Referee Phil Spencer says he "can't wait" to take charge of the World Championship final. He said: "It will be the realisation I’ve achieved it and it won’t seem real until I'm announced into the arena. "That is when it will become reality. I can't wait." #snooker Pic: WST

Stuart Bingham claims the media have made WC Judgement Day "a big deal". But Bingham said the hype makes it "extra special" to get a Crucible spot. He said: "If you come through qualifying, then it can give you confidence. I think in some ways I’d rather qualify." #snooker

Rob Spencer will referee the World Championship final. One of Spencer's memorable refereeing moments was dropping the rest in a match between Mark Selby and Barry Hawkins. The incident sparked uncontrollable laughter between them. #snooker Video: WST

Channel 5's first major snooker event achieved "outstanding" viewing figures - says WST. Its Players Championship coverage reached 5m people in the UK - a '67% increase' from last year on ITV4. Channel Five will show the Tour Championship from March 30. #snooker Pic: Ch5

A classic John Virgo commentary clip on the date of his birthday. ❤️ World Championship final 2024… "That's a bonus", Virgo emphatically calls as two reds are potted in one shot. #snooker Video: BBC Sport

Many thanks to Dan Murrin for inviting us on the latest @[email protected] podcast. We discuss the Welsh Open, Jack Lisowski and the unpredictability of the World Championship 🏆 A really good snooker chat - which is what we are all about 🙂 #snooker […] [Original post on zpravobot.news]

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is "passionate" for the World Championship to stay at the Crucible. The PM made a special visit to the venue last week, reports Sheffield Star. The Crucible's deal to host the Worlds is due to expire next year. #snooker Pics: St BC/Simon Dawson

Jack Lisowski blamed a snooker "hangover" for his loss in the Welsh Open final. Lisowski said he "couldn't sleep" after winning a massive £150k bonus the night before the final. After his 9-5 loss to Barry Hawkins, Lisowski said: "I was gone". #snooker Pic: BBC

Welsh Open winner Barry Hawkins revealed he almost pulled out of the event due to a back problem. Hawkins said the likes of Neil Robertson and Mark Selby convinced him to play. He said: "Thankfully it eased up as I was playing. Thank God I stayed." #snooker Pic; BBC

"Hawkins has been knocking on the door for a huge title but come agonisingly short. Not tonight - this triumph is fully deserved." Welsh Open 2026 winner - Barry Hawkins #snooker Picture: BBC/TNT Sports

BREAKING: Barry Hawkins wins the Welsh Open beating Jack Lisowski in the final 9-5 #snooker

Snooker Chat 🔴⚫🔴 𝕏💬 @unknown: Who will win the Welsh Open final? (Race to 9) #snooker https://nitter.net/snooker_chat/status/2028057222635278400

Snooker Chat 🔴⚫🔴 𝕏💬 @unknown: Jack Lisowski made a "Alex Higgins-esque" break to reach the Welsh Open final and win a massive £150k bonus His deciding-frame break of 78 featured incrediblly tough pots. "It's the most satisfying frame I've ever played," he […] [Original post on zpravobot.news]

Its'a Box Office snooker night! 🍿 Jack Lisowski is playing for a place in the Welsh Open final and will land a massive £150k Home Nations bonus with victory. But standing in his way is a seriously in-form John Higgins - one of snooker's all-time greats. #snooker

Jack Lisowski is "desperate" to win another title to follow up his NI Open triumph. Lisowski needs one more win to land a huge £150k bonus after reaching the Welsh Open SFs. He said: "Having won in Belfast I can see the winning line…I'm desperate to win another." #snooker

Stuart Bingham has eyes on an automatic Crucible spot after beating snooker's top star. Bingham is in the Welsh Open QFs after defeating world champion Zhao Xintong. He said: "I've been working harder in practice] and hopefully I'm now reaping the rewards." [#snooker

Neil Robertson says he's just produced "one of the best shots of my career". To clinch victory in a deciding frame, Robertson drilled in the final brown with immense cue power before landing perfectly for the blue on baulk cushion. #snooker Video: WST 🎬 […] [Original post on zpravobot.news]

Neil Robertson highly praised 15-year-old Michal Szubarczyk after their Welsh Open clash. The Pole made a 90 break before losing 4-1. Robertson said: "He has great poise around the table. He acquitted himself well given he hasn't played much on a TV table before." #snooker

Snooker Chat is delighted to have surpassed 15 MILLION post views since relaunch. This is a wonderful milestone. It's been great to see our news content shared across many platforms. More is to come. Thanks for your support so far. #snooker

Shaun Murphy stood and clapped after Chang Bingyu made four consecutive centuries against him. Bingyu conceded 1 point in the Welsh Open match. Days ago Murphy told of his frustration that opponents were playing blinders against him #snooker Vid: BBC 🎬 […] [Original post on zpravobot.news]

Dennis Taylor's emotional tribute to John Virgo is available on BBC iPlayer. 😊 A link is below. Otherwise search 'snooker', select Welsh Open 2026 and then watch the "2026: Day One" stream. The tribute is around the 5hrs, 39mins mark. #snooker […] [Original post on zpravobot.news]

Dennis Taylor has paid a heartfelt tribute to his close friend John Virgo. ❤️ Legend Virgo recently passed away aged 79. Taylor, who worked with him for the BBC, said: "John Trevor Virgo - what a commentator, what an entertainer. "I miss him dearly. Goodnight JV." #snooker

Zhao Xintong says he is the "lucky one" while lauding the Class of 92. Zhao beat John Higgins to win the Players Championship. He said: ''Our Chinese people really respect John, Ronnie and Mark. They're 50-years-old and can beat anyone in the world, so I'm a lucky one" #snooker

"He's the best player in the world at the moment, no doubt about it. He's very special." 2026 Players Championship winner - Zhao Xintong #snooker Picture: Channel 5

BREAKING: Zhao Xintong wins the Players Championship beating John Higgins in the final 10-7 #snooker

Who will win the Players Championship final? (Race to 10 for a huge £150k) #snooker

John Higgins showed real nerves of steel to reach the Players Championship final. The Scot's characteristic gusty clearance saw him beat Judd Trump 6-5 - after throwing away match-ball the previous frame. Higgins meets Zhao Xintong or Mark Allen in the £150k final. #snooker

Mark Williams says he has concerns about his eyesight. But his hand-eye coordination seems to be top class after throwing in the towel against Judd Trump. The towel landed pinpoint on the cueball. 👌 #snooker Video: WST 🎬 https://nitter.net/novasport_cz/status/2025159444162634174

Shaun Murphy is "frustrated" his rivals are playing a blinder against him. Murphy called Zhao Xintong "unplayable" after their Players Ch'ship clash. He said: "It's again someone who has played out of their skin against me. That's not the Zhao of a couple of days ago" #snooker

Mark Williams lauded Judd Trump after he was beaten by the world-number-one. Williams had a 97 per cent pot success rate, missing just three balls - but lost 6-3 in the Players Championship clash. He said: "That is as good as I've ever seen anyone play against me." #snooker

Snooker chiefs are changing the Crucible layout this year…to get more VIP seats in. The additional seats will be where the players enter the famous auditorium. Tickets cost from £160 and go on general sale on Friday. #snooker Picture: WST 🔗↗️ […]

Stephen Hendry believes UK snooker needs a "Luke Littler effect". The Crucible King told Channel 5: "I don't see anyone (away from China) who I think 'wow he could win two or three world titles'. "Snooker could do with a Luke Littler to breath life into the UK side." #snooker 🔗↗️ […]

More from Higgins… "It is difficult sometimes coming to these events and you are on your own. You feel stuck between four walls. "You are just giving your opinion and your thoughts. It is exciting and I’m looking forward to it." #snooker https://xcancel.com/Snooker_Chat/status/2023829809194021086

John Higgins says he's relishing being a pundit for Channel 5. Higgins beat Neil Robertson 6-1 to reach the Players Championship QFs. But the Scot will soon take on a new challenge - punditry. He said: "It is something else to get my head around and my teeth into." #snooker 🔗↗️ […]

A new "Ref Cam" will feature in Channel 5's snooker coverage. The free to air UK TV station will show the Players Championship, starting Tuesday - it's first major snooker event. Stephen Hendry stars in this trailer. #snooker Video: Channel 5 Sport 🔗↗️… […]

McManus suggests a tennis model could work where ranking events are categorised. Listen to his thoughts on his Snooker Breakfast podcast Link below but it is available on other podcast platforms. #snooker 🔗↗️ […]

Snooker's world rankings system "doesn't make a lot of sense" - says Alan McManus. He said: "To me it's crazy you can win five tournaments (in one season) but only get the same points as the winner gets for the Saudi Arabia Masters. "It doesn't make a lot of sense." #snooker 🔗↗️ […]

Zhao won the World Grand Prix a week ago. Foulds added: "His standard of play in Hong Kong was as good as anything we’ve seen in a very long time." Link to column below. #snooker 🔗↗️ […]

Neal Foulds believes Zhao Xintong can break the Crucible Curse this season. No first-time world champion has won it again the following year at the Crucible. In his Sporting Life column Foulds said: "He looks ready to become the next dominant force in the game." #snooker 🔗↗️ […]

John Higgins and Matthew Stevens are part of Channel 5's new punditry team, it is reported. The free-to-air UK TV station will screen ranking event snooker for the first time when the Players Championship gets under way on Tuesday. Higgins plays Neil Robertson in R1. #snooker 🔗↗️ […]

Last year 1997 world champion Ken Doherty beat Moody in a close contest. Afterwards Doherty said on X: "He will have a lot of better days ahead and one day I’m sure will be world champion." Video: WST #snooker https://xcancel.com/Snooker_Chat/status/2022393563909341556

Stan Moody has been tipped to be a future world champion 🏆 - and this week he showed why. On the final frame and the final black, Moody produced a world class long distance pot with the cueball awkwardly wedged on the side cushion. #snooker 🔗↗️ […]

Ronnie O'Sullivan will not play in the first ranking event to be shown on Channel 5. The Rocket had qualified for next week's £150k Players Championship by being in the top 16 of the one-year list. But his name is not in the draw. John Higgins takes his place. #snooker 🔗↗️ […]

Organisers say the weekend competition (April 11/12) will be "the biggest snooker event in Ireland for 20 years". Jason Francis said: "This is not an exhibition, they are playing for prize money and competing hard, just the way our great friend John Virgo would have wanted."… […]

The "Class of 92" - Ronnie O'Sullivan, John Higgins and Mark Williams - are to play in a special event in honour of John Virgo. Snooker legend Virgo passed away last week. Stephen Hendry will also play in the televised "Snooker 900" event in Goffs in Ireland in April. #snooker 🔗↗️ […]

Snooker on TNT Sports is moving to a new streaming channel - but the £30.99 per month price tag remains. TNT Sports will leave Discovery﹢ in March and move to entertainment platform HBO Max. Subcribers can watch live smooker on the HBO Max app or TNT's linear channels #snooker 🔗↗️ […]

The trailer can be seen here via the Instagram link #snooker 🔗↗️ https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUi6wBqjXoW/?igsh=a3hvajduN2oxenJp

"This is snooker on 5!" Next week's Players Championship will be shown in the UK live on Channel 5. It's the first time the free- to-air channel will show world snooker on the biggest stage. Stephen Hendry stars in a new trailer for Channel 5's coverage. #snooker 🔗↗️ […]