Fu declines invite to celebrate win at Higgins' house

Scottish Open winner Marco Fu declined the chance to celebrate his victory at the home of runner-up John Higgins. Fu declines invite to celebrate win at Higgins' house

Higgins & Fu level in Scottish Open final

John Higgins sees a 4-1 lead disappear as Marco Fu hits back to level their Scottish Open final at 4-4. Higgins & Fu level in Scottish Open final

Scottish Open: John Higgins stuns Judd Trump to reach final

John Higgins reaches the Scottish Open final, hitting back from 5-1 down to beat Judd Trump 6-5 in Glasgow. Scottish Open: John Higgins stuns Judd Trump to reach final

John Higgins beats Ronnie O'Sullivan at Scottish Open

Scot John Higgins overcomes great rival Ronnie O'Sullivan 5-2 to reach the Scottish Open semi-finals. John Higgins beats Ronnie O'Sullivan at Scottish Open

Higgins and O'Sullivan advance in Glasgow

Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Jimmy White at the Scottish Open as home favourite John Higgins also progresses in Glasgow. Higgins and O'Sullivan advance in Glasgow

O'Sullivan wins to set up White tie

Ronnie O'Sullivan wins to set up a round three meeting with Jimmy White at the Scottish Open as John Higgins also progresses. O'Sullivan wins to set up White tie

Ronnie O'Sullivan eases through at Scottish Open along with Jimmy White

Ronnie O'Sullivan survives a Matthew Selt comeback to progress to the second round of the Scottish Open in Glasgow. Ronnie O'Sullivan eases through at Scottish Open along with Jimmy White

Scottish Open: John Higgins beats Alan McManus, Stuart Bingham goes out

John Higgins beats fellow Scot Alan McManus 4-1 on the first day of the Scottish Open in Glasgow, but Stuart Bingham goes out. Scottish Open: John Higgins beats Alan McManus, Stuart Bingham goes out

Why watch snooker? Five questions for Terry Griffiths

As snooker's Scottish Open gets underway, BBC Scotland's Kenny Crawford has five questions for 1979 world champion Terry Griffiths. Why watch snooker? Five questions for Terry Griffiths

UK Championship: Snooker prize money email sent to wrong player

Snooker officials are left pink with embarrassment after sending notification of the UK Championship winnings to the wrong player. UK Championship: Snooker prize money email sent to wrong player

Mark Selby: Leicester man humbled by Hendry and Davis praise

Mark Selby says he has to "pinch himself" at being described as one of snooker's greats after his UK Championship win. Mark Selby: Leicester man humbled by Hendry and Davis praise

Flukes, faces and flies: UK Championship funnies

Watch the funniest moments from the 2016 UK Championship, including some outrageous flukes and some entertaining faces. Flukes, faces and flies: UK Championship funnies

Mark Selby hits back at critics after UK Championship win

Mark Selby hopes to "shut the critics up" after beating Ronnie O'Sullivan in a high-quality UK Championship final. Mark Selby hits back at critics after UK Championship win

UK Championship 2016: Mark Selby beats Ronnie O'Sullivan in final - highlights

Watch highlights of Mark Selby's brilliant 10-7 win over Ronnie O'Sullivan in the 2016 UK Championship final. UK Championship 2016: Mark Selby beats Ronnie O'Sullivan in final - highlights

UK Championship 2016: The moment Mark Selby wins the final

Watch the moment Mark Selby beats Ronnie O'Sullivan 10-7 in a thrilling final to win the UK Championship for the second time. UK Championship 2016: The moment Mark Selby wins the final

Ronnie O'Sullivan makes 134 break in UK Championship final

Ronnie O'Sullivan rattles in a superb 134 clearance in the 12th frame of his UK Championship final against Mark Selby, the highest break of the match so far. Ronnie O'Sullivan makes 134 break in UK Championship final

UK Championship final 2016: Mark Selby leads Ronnie O'Sullivan

World champion Mark Selby takes control of the UK Championship final by opening up a 6-2 lead over Ronnie O'Sullivan. UK Championship final 2016: Mark Selby leads Ronnie O'Sullivan

O'Sullivan to face Liang at 2017 Masters - full draw

Defending champion Ronnie O'Sullivan will take on Liang Wenbo in the first round of the 2017 Masters in January. O'Sullivan to face Liang at 2017 Masters - full draw

UK Championship 2016: Shot of the tournament vote

Watch the best shots of the 2016 UK Championship and vote for your favourite. UK Championship 2016: Shot of the tournament vote

UK Championship 2016: The shot that 'robbed' Marco Fu of place in final

Ronnie O'Sullivan says that Marco Fu was "robbed" by a kick on a simple shot late on in their UK Championship semi-final. UK Championship 2016: The shot that 'robbed' Marco Fu of place in final

UK Championship 2016: Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Marco Fu in semi-final

Watch five of the best pots as Ronnie O'Sullivan beats a sensational Marco Fu in a final-frame decider at the 2016 UK Championship to set up a final with world number one Mark Selby. UK Championship 2016: Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Marco Fu in semi-final

UK Championship 2016: Mark Selby defeats Shaun Murphy 6-2 in semi-final

Watch five of the best shots as world champion Mark Selby overcomes a defiant Shaun Murphy 6-2 in the UK Championships semi-final. UK Championship 2016: Mark Selby defeats Shaun Murphy 6-2 in semi-final

UK Championship 2016: Mark Selby beats Shaun Murphy to reach final

World champion Mark Selby reaches his third UK Championship final with a comfortable 6-2 win over Shaun Murphy in York. UK Championship 2016: Mark Selby beats Shaun Murphy to reach final

UK Championship 2016: Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Mark Williams 6-2

Watch the best five shots as Ronnie O'Sullivan comfortably beats Mark Williams 6-2 to reach the semi-finals of the UK Championship. UK Championship 2016: Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Mark Williams 6-2

O'Sullivan powers past Williams into semi-finals

Ronnie O'Sullivan powers into the semi-finals of the UK Championship with a 6-2 victory over Mark Williams. O'Sullivan powers past Williams into semi-finals

UK Championship 2016: Mark Selby beats John Higgins to reach semi-final

Watch the best shots as world number one Mark Selby beats three-time champion John Higgins 6-5 in the UK Championship quarter-finals. UK Championship 2016: Mark Selby beats John Higgins to reach semi-final

UK Championship: Mark Selby beats John Higgins to reach semi-final

Mark Selby resists a brilliant John Higgins fightback to clinch the last two frames and win the UK Championship quarter-final 6-5. UK Championship: Mark Selby beats John Higgins to reach semi-final

UK Championship 2016: Liam Highfield on career high after run to last 16 at York

Liam Highfield targets success after reaching the last 16 of the UK Championship - his best display at a major event. UK Championship 2016: Liam Highfield on career high after run to last 16 at York

Snooker champion Hamza Akbar still waiting for money from Pakistan Sports Minister

A snooker champion who was promised a large cash reward, by the Sports Minister for Pakistan, to celebrate winning the Asian Games Championships, last year, says he's still waiting for the money. Snooker champion Hamza Akbar still waiting for money from Pakistan Sports Minister

Luca Brecel sets up a showdown with Shaun Murphy by beating Stephen Maguire 6-3.

Luca Brecel beats Stephen Maguire 6-3 at the UK Championships to set up a last eight encounter with Shaun Murphy. Luca Brecel sets up a showdown with Shaun Murphy by beating Stephen Maguire 6-3.

Highlights as John Higgins beats Mark Allen 6-3 to reach UK quarter-finals

John Higgins holds off a spirited comeback from Mark Allen at the UK Championships to move into the last eight. Highlights as John Higgins beats Mark Allen 6-3 to reach UK quarter-finals

UK Championship 2016: John Higgins beats Mark Allen to reach last eight

Three-time champion John Higgins sees off Mark Allen 6-3 to move into the UK Championship quarter-finals. UK Championship 2016: John Higgins beats Mark Allen to reach last eight

UK Snooker Championship: David Gilbert flukes pot after escape from snooker

David Gilbert flukes a brown after escaping from a snooker during his fourth round match against Jamie Jones at the 2016 UK Championship. UK Snooker Championship: David Gilbert flukes pot after escape from snooker

Mark Selby produces 'one of the breaks of the tournament' as he cruises past Zhang Anda.

Mark Selby produces 'one of the breaks of the tournament' on his way to a 6-1 win over Zhang Anda at the UK Championships. Mark Selby produces 'one of the breaks of the tournament' as he cruises past Zhang Anda.

Ronnie O'Sullivan: Current snooker tour produces players who 'can't play'

Ronnie O'Sullivan claims the top players deserve special treatment if the game of snooker is to flourish. Ronnie O'Sullivan: Current snooker tour produces players who 'can't play'

Five great shots as Ronnie O'Sullivan continues his fine form at the UK Championship.

Five great shots as Ronnie O'Sullivan continues his fine form at the UK Championship, seeing off Matthew Stevens 6-2 to book his place in the last 8. Five great shots as Ronnie O'Sullivan continues his fine form at the UK Championship.

UK Championship 2016: Shaun Murphy says new balls were key to win over Zhou Yuelong

Shaun Murphy says a change of balls was behind his 6-2 win over China's Zhou Yuelong in the last 16 of the UK Championship. UK Championship 2016: Shaun Murphy says new balls were key to win over Zhou Yuelong

UK Championship 2016: O'Sullivan breezes into fourth round

Five-time champion Ronnie O'Sullivan makes light work of beating 2003 winner Matthew Stevens 6-2 to reach the UK Championship quarter-finals. UK Championship 2016: O'Sullivan breezes into fourth round

UK Championship 2016: Ryan Day pots white to lose decider to Mark Allen

Welshman Ryan Day pots the cue ball to lose the deciding frame of his third round match 6-5 to Mark Allen at the UK Championship in York. UK Championship 2016: Ryan Day pots white to lose decider to Mark Allen

Watch: Jamie Jones condemns Ding Junhui to an early exit at the UK Championship.

Five of the best shots from Jamie Jones as he condemns Ding Junhui to an early exit at the UK Championship. Watch: Jamie Jones condemns Ding Junhui to an early exit at the UK Championship.

UK Championship 2016: Mark Williams beats Ricky Walden in thriller

Two-time former champion Mark Williams wins three straight frames to beat Ricky Walden and reach the last 16 of the UK Championship. UK Championship 2016: Mark Williams beats Ricky Walden in thriller

UK Championship 2016: Dominic Dale hits great shots in defeat to Shaun Murphy

Dominic Dale makes some brilliant pots and almost achieves a great comeback to force a deciding frame against Shaun Murphy in the UK Championship. UK Championship 2016: Dominic Dale hits great shots in defeat to Shaun Murphy

UK Championship 2016: Dominic Dale misses easy red against Shaun Murphy

Dominic Dale misses a shot that was "harder to keep out" during his third-round match against Shaun Murphy at the UK Championship. UK Championship 2016: Dominic Dale misses easy red against Shaun Murphy

Ronnie O'Sullivan is wrong to call snooker a car boot sale, says Barry Hearn

Snooker is in a better state than ever despite Ronnie O'Sullivan calling it a "car boot sale", World Snooker's Barry Hearn says. Ronnie O'Sullivan is wrong to call snooker a car boot sale, says Barry Hearn

UK Championship: Five superb shots as Fu overcomes Mei

Watch five of the best shots and the deciding moments as Marco Fu overcomes a tricky tie with Mei Xiwen in the third round of the UK Championships. UK Championship: Five superb shots as Fu overcomes Mei

UK Championship 2016: David Gilbert says luck helped him beat Ali Carter

David Gilbert says he was lucky to recover from a "useless" start to beat Ali Carter in the third round of the UK Championship. UK Championship 2016: David Gilbert says luck helped him beat Ali Carter

UK Championship: Five of the best shots as John Higgins beats Ben Woollaston

Watch five of the best shots as John Higgins crusies through to the third round of the UK Championships with a 6-2 win over Ben Woollaston. UK Championship: Five of the best shots as John Higgins beats Ben Woollaston

Snooker like a car boot sale - O'Sullivan

Ronnie O'Sullivan says snooker is a "car boot sale" while other sports are like shopping at luxury department stores. Snooker like a car boot sale - O'Sullivan

UK Championship 2016: Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Michael Georgiou 6-1

Ronnie O'Sullivan plays a brilliant left-handed shot on his way to beating Michael Georgiou 6-1 in the third round of the UK Championship. UK Championship 2016: Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Michael Georgiou 6-1

UK Championship 2016: Ronnie O'Sullivan powers on at UK Championship

Ronnie O'Sullivan loses his first frame at this year's UK Championship, but still cruises into the fourth round. UK Championship 2016: Ronnie O'Sullivan powers on at UK Championship

UK Championship 2016: Jimmy Robertson finds Mark Davis match 'difficult'

Jimmy Robertson says facing close friend Mark Davis was not ideal after reaching the third round of the UK Championship. UK Championship 2016: Jimmy Robertson finds Mark Davis match 'difficult'

UK Championship 2016: Joe Perry 'dragged Xiao Guodong down'

Joe Perry says he is only still in the UK Championship because he dragged Xiao Guodong down to his own poor standard. UK Championship 2016: Joe Perry 'dragged Xiao Guodong down'

UK Championship 2016: Ryan Day hails Welsh progress in York

Ryan Day says Welsh players are "punching above their weight" at the UK Championship in York, with five through to the third round. UK Championship 2016: Ryan Day hails Welsh progress in York

UK Championship 2016: Steve Davis gives Ronnie O'Sullivan a lift

Steve Davis gives Ronnie O'Sullivan a lift in his 'taxi' at the 2016 UK Snooker Championship. UK Championship 2016: Steve Davis gives Ronnie O'Sullivan a lift

UK Championship 2016: Peter Lines supporting son Oliver in York

Peter Lines says his own shock run at the UK Championship is a "bonus" and he would rather see his son Oliver progress. UK Championship 2016: Peter Lines supporting son Oliver in York

UK Championship 2016: Oliver and Peter Lines causing upsets

Meet Peter and Oliver Lines, the father and son causing upsets at the UK Championship, where they have knocked out two of the world's top 10 players. UK Championship 2016: Oliver and Peter Lines causing upsets

UK Championship 2016: Mark Allen hits maximum 147 in York

Northern Ireland's Mark Allen hits his first career maximum 147 break at the UK Championship in York on Sunday. UK Championship 2016: Mark Allen hits maximum 147 in York

UK Championship 2016: Mark Allen hits first career 147

Northern Ireland's Mark Allen hits his first career maximum 147 break at the UK Championship in York. UK Championship 2016: Mark Allen hits first career 147

Ronnie O'Sullivan claims he is now more a snooker pundit than a player

Ronnie O'Sullivan says he is "blagging it" as a snooker player - because he would rather enjoy life than spend hours practising. Ronnie O'Sullivan claims he is now more a snooker pundit than a player

UK Championship 2016: Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Rhys Clark 6-0

Watch the best five shots as Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Scotland's Rhys Clark 6-0 in the second round of the 2016 UK Championship. UK Championship 2016: Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Rhys Clark 6-0

UK Championship 2016: Ronnie O'Sullivan pots two flukes

Ronnie O'Sullivan pots two flukes in quick succession against Scotland's Rhys Clark at the 2016 UK Championship. UK Championship 2016: Ronnie O'Sullivan pots two flukes

UK Championship 2016: Ronnie O'Sullivan eases through in York

Five-time champion Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Scotland's Rhys Clark 6-0 to reach the third round of the UK Championship. UK Championship 2016: Ronnie O'Sullivan eases through in York

UK Championship 2016: Stuart Bingham loses to Yu Delu - best shots

Watch five of the best shots from Stuart Bingham's shock defeat by Yu Delu in the second round of the UK Snooker Championships - which saw the world number two go out despite delivering some of the most eye-catching pots. UK Championship 2016: Stuart Bingham loses to Yu Delu - best shots

UK Snooker Championships 2016: Mark Selby overcomes resilient Daniel Wells

Watch five of the best shots from Mark Selby's hard-fought 6-4 win over Daniel Wells in the second round of the UK Snooker Championships 2016. UK Snooker Championships 2016: Mark Selby overcomes resilient Daniel Wells

UK Championship 2016: Champion Mark Selby beats world number 68 Daniel Wells

World champion Mark Selby sees off world number 68 Daniel Wells 6-4 to reach the last 32 at the UK Championship. UK Championship 2016: Champion Mark Selby beats world number 68 Daniel Wells

UK Championship 2016: Jamie Curtis-Barrett keen to succeed after tournament 'buzz'

Jamie Curtis-Barrett says the "incredible buzz" of playing in the UK Championship has made him even more determined to succeed as a professional. UK Championship 2016: Jamie Curtis-Barrett keen to succeed after tournament 'buzz'

UK Championship 2016: John Higgins feared 'journeyman' status

A first-round World Championship loss in 2014 left John Higgins fearing his career was drifting into relative mediocrity. UK Championship 2016: John Higgins feared 'journeyman' status

UK Championship 2016: Mark King talks about gambling addiction and recovery

Mark King tells BBC Sport how gambling addiction almost destroyed his marriage and career, and talks about his ongoing recovery. UK Championship 2016: Mark King talks about gambling addiction and recovery

UK Championship 2016: James Cahill considers future in snooker after exit

James Cahill says he may give up snooker following his 6-1 loss to Matthew Stevens in the UK Championship first round. UK Championship 2016: James Cahill considers future in snooker after exit

Watch: Ronnie at 17 - A legend in the making

Having turned professional just a year earlier, Ronnie O'Sullivan won his first major ranking title in the 1993 UK Championships. Watch: Ronnie at 17 - A legend in the making

UK Championship: Mark Selby says indecision cost him chance of 147 break

World Champion Mark Selby says indecision cost him a 147-break in his first-round UK Championship win over Andy Hicks. UK Championship: Mark Selby says indecision cost him chance of 147 break

UK Championship 2016: David Grace knocked out by China's Zhao Xintong

David Grace is unable to repeat his 2015 UK Championship heroics as he suffers a 6-2 first-round defeat by China's Zhao Xintong. UK Championship 2016: David Grace knocked out by China's Zhao Xintong

UK Championship 2016: Mark Williams beats Jason Weston in first round

Former champion Mark Williams says he "struggled from start to finish" despite beating Jason Weston 6-1 to reach round two of the UK Championship. UK Championship 2016: Mark Williams beats Jason Weston in first round

Watch: UK Snooker Championships - an animated history

BBC Sport looks back on the history of the UK Championships through its Blackpool beginnings, Steve Davis's domination and the start of Ronnie O'Sullivan's glittering career. Watch: UK Snooker Championships - an animated history

Ben Wollaston: Leicester potter progresses at UK Championships after length match

Ben Woollaston says he does not care how long it took to come through his first-round match in the UK Championship. Ben Wollaston: Leicester potter progresses at UK Championships after length match

Robert Milkins ready to 'take-off' after UK Championship win over Hamza Akbar

Robert Milkins feels his form is about to "take off" after ending a seven-match losing streak. Robert Milkins ready to 'take-off' after UK Championship win over Hamza Akbar

UK Championship: Mark King knocked out of first round after forgetting cue

Mark King forgets his cue, is docked a frame and is knocked out of the UK Championship in York in a shock defeat by Sam Craigie. UK Championship: Mark King knocked out of first round after forgetting cue

UK Championship: Higgins and Wenbo through to second round

Three-time champion John Higgins and 2015 runner-up Liang Wenbo both make the second round of the UK Championship. UK Championship: Higgins and Wenbo through to second round

UK Championship 2016: Mitchell Mann's win over Kyren Wilson a 'massive relief'

Mitchell Mann says his UK Championship first-round win over world number 13 Kyren Wilson was a "massive relief". UK Championship 2016: Mitchell Mann's win over Kyren Wilson a 'massive relief'

No atmosphere in UK Championship first round - Trump

Bristol's Judd Trump says the first round of the UK Championship is "not really enjoyable" before the televised stage starts on Saturday. No atmosphere in UK Championship first round - Trump

UK Championship: Sam Baird was 'desperate' to reach round two

Sam Baird says he was "desperate" to end his run of early UK Championship exits after seeing off Sean O'Sullivan 6-2. UK Championship: Sam Baird was 'desperate' to reach round two

Watch: How has snooker nutrition has changed in 30 years

From pint-drinking Bill Werbeniuk to vegan Neil Robertson, BBC Sport looks at how snooker nutrition has changed in the past 30 years. Watch: How has snooker nutrition has changed in 30 years

UK Championship 2016: Ding Junhui survives first-round scare at York Barbican

China's Ding Junhui survives a first-round scare to beat Brazilian outsider Igor Figueiredo in the first round of the UK Championship. UK Championship 2016: Ding Junhui survives first-round scare at York Barbican

Rory McLeod: World Snooker 'doing nothing' to attract black players

Snooker's only black professional, Rory McLeod, says the sport's governing body is "not doing anything" to attract more black players to the sport. Rory McLeod: World Snooker 'doing nothing' to attract black players

UK Championship 2016: Jamie Curtis-Barrett inspired by wife's cancer fight

How the tragic loss of his wife to breast cancer inspired UK Championship debutant Jamie Curtis-Barrett. UK Championship 2016: Jamie Curtis-Barrett inspired by wife's cancer fight

Northern Ireland Open: Barry Hawkins leads Mark King 5-3 in all-English final

Barry Hawkins leads fellow Englishman Mark King 5-3 after the first session of the Northern Ireland Open final. Northern Ireland Open: Barry Hawkins leads Mark King 5-3 in all-English final

Northern Ireland Open: Mark King beats Kyren Wilson to earn place in final

Mark King will aim for his first ranking title in Sunday's Northern Ireland Open final after ending Kyren Wilson's run. Northern Ireland Open: Mark King beats Kyren Wilson to earn place in final

Northern Ireland Open: Wilson and Hawkins make Belfast semis

Kyren Wilson and Barry Hawkins secure quarter-final victories in the Northern Ireland Open on Friday. Northern Ireland Open: Wilson and Hawkins make Belfast semis

Northern Ireland Open: O'Sullivan knocked out by Wilson as Williams beats Higgins

Kyren Wilson holds nerve to beat Ronnie O'Sullivan in the last 16 at the Northern Ireland Open as John Higgins exits. Northern Ireland Open: O'Sullivan knocked out by Wilson as Williams beats Higgins

UK Snooker Championship: How to watch on the BBC

How to follow live coverage of the 2016 UK Snooker Championship across BBC TV, the BBC Sport website and mobile app. UK Snooker Championship: How to watch on the BBC

UK Championship 2016: Schedule

First-round schedule for the 2016 UK Championship at the Barbican in York. UK Championship 2016: Schedule

Running helping snooker star Ronnie O'Sullivan 'create my own happiness'

Snooker star Ronnie O'Sullivan says running helps him manage his emotions - and has been out with local athletes while playing in Belfast this week. Running helping snooker star Ronnie O'Sullivan 'create my own happiness'

John Higgins makes maximum 147 at NI Open

John Higgins scores a maximum 147 in the final frame of his 4-1 second-round win over Sam Craigie at the Northern Ireland Open. John Higgins makes maximum 147 at NI Open

Northern Ireland Open: Controversy mars Allen win over Joyce

Mark Allen accused Mark Joyce of trying to distract him during his 4-1 first-round win at the Northern Ireland Open in Belfast. Northern Ireland Open: Controversy mars Allen win over Joyce

Ronnie O'Sullivan and John Higgins through at Northern Ireland Open

Ronnie O'Sullivan and John Higgins have easy first-round wins at the inaugural Northern Ireland Open in Belfast. Ronnie O'Sullivan and John Higgins through at Northern Ireland Open

Champion of Champions final: John Higgins beats Ronnie O'Sullivan 10-7

John Higgins wins his second title in successive weeks, beating Ronnie O'Sullivan 10-7 in the Champion of Champions final. Champion of Champions final: John Higgins beats Ronnie O'Sullivan 10-7

Champion of Champions: Mark Allen crushed by Ronnie O'Sullivan

Ronnie O'Sullivan compiles three century breaks to crush Mark Allen 6-2 in the semi-finals of the Champion of Champions event in Coventry. Champion of Champions: Mark Allen crushed by Ronnie O'Sullivan

China Championship: John Higgins beats Stuart Bingham in final

John Higgins reels off three centuries to beat Stuart Bingham 10-7 in the final of the China Championship in Guangzhou. China Championship: John Higgins beats Stuart Bingham in final

Higgins beats Allen in China semi-final

Mark Allen is out of the China Championship after suffering a 9-3 semi-final defeat against John Higgins in Guangzhou. Higgins beats Allen in China semi-final

China Championship: Allen clinches final-frame win over Selby

Northern Ireland's Mark Allen holds his nerve to beat world number one Mark Selby 6-5 in the China Championship quarter-finals. China Championship: Allen clinches final-frame win over Selby

Selby hammers Ding to win International Championship

World number one Mark Selby wins the International Championship in China, thrashing home favourite Ding Junhui 10-1 in the final. Selby hammers Ding to win International Championship

International Championship: Ding Junhui beats Judd Trump to reach final

Ding Junhui beats Judd Trump to reach the final of the International Championship, where he will play Mark Selby or Stuart Bingham. International Championship: Ding Junhui beats Judd Trump to reach final

International Championship: John Higgins out as Judd Trump reaches last four

Defending champion John Higgins is out of the International Championship in China after losing his quarter-final with Ding Junhui. International Championship: John Higgins out as Judd Trump reaches last four

John Higgins and English trio win at International Championship

Defending champion John Higgins joins Stuart Bingham, Shaun Murphy and Mark Selby in winning at the International Championship in China. John Higgins and English trio win at International Championship

International Championship: Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Kurt Maflin to reach last 16

Five-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Kurt Maflin to reach the last 16 of the International Championship in China. International Championship: Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Kurt Maflin to reach last 16

Ronnie O'Sullivan says he is 'not good enough' to compete with world's best

Five-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan says he is "not good enough to compete with the best players in the world". Ronnie O'Sullivan says he is 'not good enough' to compete with world's best

English Open: Liang Wenbo beats Judd Trump to win his first ranking title

China's Liang Wenbo wins his first ranking title by beating Judd Trump 9-6 in the English Open final in Manchester. English Open: Liang Wenbo beats Judd Trump to win his first ranking title

English Open: Judd Trump & Liang Wenbo to meet in final

Judd Trump will face Liang Wenbo in the English Open final on Sunday after both men win their semi-finals in Manchester. English Open: Judd Trump & Liang Wenbo to meet in final

Ronnie O'Sullivan beaten by Chris Wakelin at English Open

Five-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan suffers a shock 4-3 defeat to world number 70 Chris Wakelin at the English Open. Ronnie O'Sullivan beaten by Chris Wakelin at English Open

Ronnie O'Sullivan wins at English Open but Mark Selby loses

Ronnie O'Sullivan wins a last-frame decider against Zhao Xintong at the English Open, but top seed Mark Selby goes out in the second round. Ronnie O'Sullivan wins at English Open but Mark Selby loses

Judd Trump beats Ronnie O'Sullivan in European Masters final

Judd Trump battles back to win the inaugural European Masters by beating Ronnie O'Sullivan 9-8 in a thrilling final in Bucharest. Judd Trump beats Ronnie O'Sullivan in European Masters final

Ronnie O'Sullivan routs Neil Robertson at European Masters

Ronnie O'Sullivan races to a 6-0 victory over Neil Robertson to set up a European Masters final meeting with Judd Trump. Ronnie O'Sullivan routs Neil Robertson at European Masters

Welsh Open Snooker trophy named after legend Ray Reardon

It has been announced the trophy at February's Welsh Snooker open will be named after six-time World Champion Ray Reardon. Welsh Open Snooker trophy named after legend Ray Reardon

Northern Ireland Open trophy named after Higgins

The trophy for the new Northern Ireland Open in November will be named after the late Alex Higgins. Northern Ireland Open trophy named after Higgins

English Open trophy named after Steve Davis

The winner of snooker's new English Open event in Manchester will receive the Steve Davis Trophy, in tribute to the six-time world champion. English Open trophy named after Steve Davis

Shanghai Masters: Ding Junhui beats world champion Mark Selby in final

China's Ding Junhui wins the Shanghai Masters for the second time with a 10-6 victory over world champion Mark Selby. Shanghai Masters: Ding Junhui beats world champion Mark Selby in final

Shanghai Masters: Mark Selby reaches final with victory over Stuart Bingham

World number one Mark Selby comes from behind to beat Stuart Bingham 6-5 to reach the final of the Shanghai Masters. Shanghai Masters: Mark Selby reaches final with victory over Stuart Bingham

Shanghai Masters: Mark Selby to face Stuart Bingham in semi-finals

Mark Selby will face Stuart Bingham as snooker's most recent world champions meet in the semi-finals of the Shanghai Masters. Shanghai Masters: Mark Selby to face Stuart Bingham in semi-finals

Ronnie O'Sullivan and Judd Trump out of Shanghai Masters

Ronnie O'Sullivan is out of his first tournament since the World Championships in April with defeat in the Shanghai Masters. Ronnie O'Sullivan and Judd Trump out of Shanghai Masters

O'Sullivan fights back to beat Liang in Shanghai

Ronnie O'Sullivan reaches the second round of the Shanghai Masters by narrowly beating China's Liang Wenbo in his first match for five months. O'Sullivan fights back to beat Liang in Shanghai

Mark Selby wins snooker's Paul Hunter Classic in Germany

World champion Mark Selby wins his first title of the season with victory in the Paul Hunter Classic in Germany. Mark Selby wins snooker's Paul Hunter Classic in Germany

O'Sullivan to play in new Home Nations series

Five-time world snooker champion Ronnie O'Sullivan agrees to play at the English Open and Irish Open as part of the new Home Nations series. O'Sullivan to play in new Home Nations series

World Open snooker: Ali Carter takes 6-3 lead over Joe Perry in all-English final

England's Ali Carter takes a 6-3 lead over compatriot Joe Perry in the World Open final in Yushan, China. World Open snooker: Ali Carter takes 6-3 lead over Joe Perry in all-English final

World Open Snooker: Ali Carter beats Thepchaiya Un-Nooh to reach final

Ali Carter reaches his first final at a ranking event since the 2013 German Masters by beating Thepchaiya Un-Nooh at the World Open. World Open Snooker: Ali Carter beats Thepchaiya Un-Nooh to reach final

Kurt Maflin: Chinese worm bite leaves player snookered

World number 50 Kurt Maflin comes close to pulling out of snooker World Open after being bitten by a worm. Kurt Maflin: Chinese worm bite leaves player snookered

World Open 2016: Scores and results

Scores and results for the 2016 World Open, being held in Yushan, China. World Open 2016: Scores and results

Titanic Belfast to host new Irish Open tournament

Titanic Belfast is named as the venue for the new Irish Open in November, at which the world's top players will compete. Titanic Belfast to host new Irish Open tournament

Indian Open: Scot Anthony McGill secures first ranking title

Anthony McGill wins his first ranking title with a 5-2 success over Kyren Wilson the final of the Indian Open in Hyderabad. Indian Open: Scot Anthony McGill secures first ranking title

O'Sullivan crime novel to be published in October

Snooker player Ronnie O'Sullivan is releasing a crime novel in October called Framed, publisher Orion has confirmed. O'Sullivan crime novel to be published in October

Leo Fernandez handed 15-month ban after admitting corruption charge

Leo Fernandez is banned from snooker until August 2017 after admitting a corruption change. Leo Fernandez handed 15-month ban after admitting corruption charge

Indian Open 2016: Scores and results

Scores and results for the 2016 Indian Open, a ranking tournament being held in Hyderabad from 5 to 9 July. Indian Open 2016: Scores and results

Ladies' World Snooker Championship: Singapore to host in 2017

The Ladies' World Snooker Championship will be held in Singapore in 2017, the first time it has left Britain for 22 years. Ladies' World Snooker Championship: Singapore to host in 2017

Selt says ban for tweets is 'draconian'

World number 25 Matthew Selt describes his two-tournament ban by snooker's governing body as a "draconian measure". Selt says ban for tweets is 'draconian'

Fernandez and Selt handed suspensions

Leo Fernandez is suspended pending a hearing into suspicious betting patterns, while Matthew Selt is banned for two tournaments over social media posts. Fernandez and Selt handed suspensions

More events & prize money at top level

A revamped World Snooker Tour will see an increase in ranking events and prize money next season. More events & prize money at top level

Five Chinese players earn tour cards

Five Chinese players earn two-year cards to compete on the main snooker tour from the 2016-17 season. Five Chinese players earn tour cards

Shoot Out event added to ranking list

World Snooker adds the one-frame Shoot Out tournament to its ranking events but the decision has been criticised by some players. Shoot Out event added to ranking list

What's on BBC Sport this week

This week's sport on the BBC include the Invictus Games, Spanish grand prix and the final weekend of this season's Premier League football. What's on BBC Sport this week

China Worlds audience reached 210m

Ding Junhui's run to the final of the World Championship boosted TV audiences in China to 210 million. China Worlds audience reached 210m

Is Leicester the UK's sporting capital?

Can Leicester, the place that lays claim to be the heart of rural England, in fact be the sporting capital of the UK? Is Leicester the UK's sporting capital?

Selby enjoys 'best night of life'

Leicester City fan Mark Selby says winning the world snooker title for a second time is like a "dream come true". Selby enjoys 'best night of life'

Selby retains lead over Ding in final

Mark Selby will take a 14-11 lead over Ding Junhui into the final session of the World Championship at the Crucible. Selby retains lead over Ding in final

BBC's new 'Triple Crown' broadcast deal

The BBC will continue to broadcast three of snooker's biggest tournaments until the end of the 2018-19 season. BBC's new 'Triple Crown' broadcast deal

Selby dominates Ding in final

World number one Mark Selby punishes China's Ding Junhui by opening up a 6-2 lead in the World Championship final. Selby dominates Ding in final

Changing fashions at the Crucible

BBC Sport examines how snooker, its characters and its fashions have changed in the past 40 years. Changing fashions at the Crucible

Ding beats McManus to reach final

Ding Junhui becomes the first Asian to reach the World Championship final with a 17-11 victory over Alan McManus. Ding beats McManus to reach final

Selby & Fu record Crucible longest frame

Mark Selby is tied 12-12 with Marco Fu in their semi-final after the longest World Championship frame at the Crucible. Selby & Fu record Crucible longest frame

Organisers defend size of pockets

Tournament organisers deny accusations that the pockets are bigger than normal at this year's World Championship. Organisers defend size of pockets

McManus fights back against Ding

Alan McManus wins the last four frames of the session to cut Ding Junhui's World Championship semi-final lead to 9-7. McManus fights back against Ding

Ding takes commanding lead over McManus

Ding Junhui leads Alan McManus 6-2 after dominating the opening session of the World Championship semi-final. Ding takes commanding lead over McManus

Hawkins felt O'Sullivan hangover

Barry Hawkins says his dramatic win over Ronnie O'Sullivan led to a "terrible" start in his quarter-final defeat. Hawkins felt O'Sullivan hangover

Hawkins fights back to cut Fu lead

Barry Hawkins recovers from 9-1 down to trail Marco Fu 10-6 in the World Championship quarter-finals. Hawkins fights back to cut Fu lead

Wilson 'future world champion' - Selby

Kyren Wilson will win the world title at some point in the future, says his conqueror at The Crucible, Mark Selby. Wilson 'future world champion' - Selby

Selby sees off Wilson to reach semis

World number one Mark Selby beats qualifier Kyren Wilson 13-8 to reach the semi-finals at the World Championship. Selby sees off Wilson to reach semis

Ding powers into Worlds semi-finals

Ding Junhui thrashes Mark Williams 13-3 inside two sessions to become the first man into the World Championship semi-finals. Ding powers into Worlds semi-finals

Below-par Hawkins trails Fu in quarters

A below-par Barry Hawkins trails Marco Fu 7-1 in their World Championship quarter-final, hours after knocking out Ronnie O'Sullivan. Below-par Hawkins trails Fu in quarters

Selby & Ding take charge in last eight

Mark Selby and Ding Junhui build 6-2 leads in the opening session of the World Championship quarter-finals. Selby & Ding take charge in last eight

Hawkins 'mindset' key to O'Sullivan win

Barry Hawkins says the key to beating Ronnie O'Sullivan at The Crucible was trying to forget who he was playing. Hawkins 'mindset' key to O'Sullivan win

O'Sullivan 'wasn't in fit state'

Five-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan says he is struggling to cope with the stress of being the sport's "figurehead". O'Sullivan 'wasn't in fit state'

Hawkins ousts O'Sullivan in decider

Barry Hawkins beats five-time champion Ronnie O'Sullivan 13-12 in a thrilling second-round match at the World Championship. Hawkins ousts O'Sullivan in decider

Ding knocks Trump out of Worlds

China's Ding Junhui completes a 13-10 win over 2011 finalist Judd Trump to reach the World Championship quarter-finals. Ding knocks Trump out of Worlds

Wilson remains in command against Allen

Kyren Wilson leads Mark Allen 11-5 after the second session of their second round match at the World Championship. Wilson remains in command against Allen

Trump trailing Ding at Crucible

Second-favourite Judd Trump trails Ding Junhui 6-2 in the second round of the World Championship in Sheffield. Trump trailing Ding at Crucible

Dominant Wilson leads Allen 7-1

Kyren Wilson outplays Northern Ireland's Mark Allen to take a 7-1 lead in their second-round World Championship match. Dominant Wilson leads Allen 7-1

Organisers defend 'horrific' tables

World Snooker will "monitor conditions closely" after criticism of the tables at the World Championship in Sheffield. Organisers defend 'horrific' tables

Carter knocked out by McManus

Two-time finalist Ali Carter suffers a surprise 13-11 defeat by Alan McManus in the second round of the World Championship. Carter knocked out by McManus

Fu holds off fightback by McGill

Marco Fu maintains his two-frame lead over Scotland's Anthony McGill, leading 9-7 at the World Championship. Fu holds off fightback by McGill

Wilson thrilled with first Crucible win

Kyren Wilson says gaining his first win at the World Championship was almost as good as his maiden ranking event title. Wilson thrilled with first Crucible win

'Fantastic season' pleases beaten Gould

Martin Gould takes solace from an astonishing century break and "a fantastic season" following his World Championship exit. 'Fantastic season' pleases beaten Gould

'I'm a tough man to beat' - Williams

Mark Williams believes he is "a tough man to beat" at The Crucible where he faces "good friend" Michael Holt on Friday. 'I'm a tough man to beat' - Williams

Trump battles back to beat Liang

Fifth seed Judd Trump recovers to beat Liang Wenbo 10-8 at the World Championship in Sheffield. Trump battles back to beat Liang

Persistence got me through - Holt

Michael Holt says making the last 16 of the World Championship for the second time is reward for his staying power. Persistence got me through - Holt

'Half of top 16 will be from China'

Half of the top 16 players in the world will be from China one day, says World Snooker chairman Barry Hearn. 'Half of top 16 will be from China'

O'Sullivan could bash me up - Hawkins

Barry Hawkins says he will have to up his game to avoid being "bashed up" by Ronnie O'Sullivan at the World Championship. O'Sullivan could bash me up - Hawkins

Masters trophy renamed to honour Hunter

The Masters trophy is to be renamed the Paul Hunter Trophy from 2017, in honour of the three-time former champion. Masters trophy renamed to honour Hunter

Confidence dipped in Allen loss - Mann

Crucible debutant Mitchell Mann says his confidence drained rapidly during a 10-3 World Championship defeat by Mark Allen. Confidence dipped in Allen loss - Mann

Scots tip McGill 'to go all the way'

Anthony McGill has 'the whole package' and 'is as good as anyone' believe fellow Scots Alan McManus and Graeme Dott. Scots tip McGill 'to go all the way'

Robertson reflects on 'best season'

Neil Robertson feels he has had the best season of his career, despite a surprise World Championship first-round defeat. Robertson reflects on 'best season'

Allen eases past Mann in Sheffield

World number seven Mark Allen moves into the second round of the World Championship with a 10-3 win over debutant Mitchell Mann. Allen eases past Mann in Sheffield

Higgins 'should inspire fear'- Hendry

Stephen Hendry believes the game's top players should fear revitalised fellow Scot John Higgins at the World Championship. Higgins 'should inspire fear'- Hendry

Milkins loss rounds off 'terrible' year

Robert Milkins says his World Championship first-round defeat by Mark Selby rounded off a "terrible" season. Milkins loss rounds off 'terrible' year

I suffer from depression - White

Michael White does "not know where to turn" with his game as he discusses his "mental state" following his World Championship exit. I suffer from depression - White

Selby through despite Milkins fightback

Mark Selby survives a determined Robert Milkins comeback to move into the second round of the World Championship. Selby through despite Milkins fightback

O'Sullivan warned for media no-show

Ronnie O'Sullivan is given a formal warning by World Snooker after failing to fulfil media obligations at the World Championship. O'Sullivan warned for media no-show

Chat with fan inspires Baird to victory

Qualifier Sam Baird says a mid-match chat with a fan helped relax him in his shock 10-7 first-round win over world number 15 Michael White. Chat with fan inspires Baird to victory

Gilbert plans ahead after Crucible exit

David Gilbert is already thinking about next season after losing 10-7 to Ronnie O'Sullivan at the World Championship. Gilbert plans ahead after Crucible exit

Allen prepared for Mann slowing tactics

Northern Ireland's Mark Allen says he will not allow himself to get frustrated when he faces debutant Mitchell Mann in Sheffield. Allen prepared for Mann slowing tactics

O'Sullivan holds off Gilbert in opener

Five-time winner Ronnie O'Sullivan beats David Gilbert 10-7 to reach the second round of the World Championship. O'Sullivan holds off Gilbert in opener

Crucible can be a nightmare - Holt

Michael Holt says previous World Championship "nightmares" can not take away from the excitement of his Crucible return. Crucible can be a nightmare - Holt

Maguire 'embarrassed' at Crucible loss

Stephen Maguire blames a lack of motivation for his World Championship defeat by Alan McManus at the Crucible. Maguire 'embarrassed' at Crucible loss

Snooker great Davis announces retirement

Six-time world champion Steve Davis announces his retirement from snooker at the age of 58 after a 38-year career. Snooker great Davis announces retirement

'Life like living in a big holiday camp'

As Steve Davis slips into sporting retirement he can look back on a life well lived and a grand old life to come, writes Ben Dirs. 'Life like living in a big holiday camp'

McGill beats former champion Murphy

Last year's finalist Shaun Murphy suffers a shock first-round loss to qualifier Anthony McGill at the World Championship. McGill beats former champion Murphy

Champion Bingham trailing Carter

Ali Carter takes a 5-4 lead against champion Stuart Bingham after the first session on day one at the World Championship in Sheffield. Champion Bingham trailing Carter

I'm one of the greats - O'Sullivan

Five-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan says his combination of entertainment and titles make him one of the game's great players. I'm one of the greats - O'Sullivan

Bingham wants to break 'Crucible Curse'

World champion Stuart Bingham would love to end the "Crucible Curse" and will take inspiration from last year's win. Bingham wants to break 'Crucible Curse'

Mixing it with snooker's big boys

BBC Sport profiles some of the World Championship qualifiers, including a debutant, ex-champions and a possible fairytale winner. Mixing it with snooker's big boys

VIDEO: Allen confident for Crucible bid

Northern Ireland's Mark Allen says he expects to win the World Championship if he can produce his best form in Sheffield. VIDEO: Allen confident for Crucible bid

World Championship 2016 schedule & scores

Schedule and scores for the 2016 World Championship, held at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. World Championship 2016 schedule & scores

Bingham faces Carter in Worlds opener

Defending champion Stuart Bingham will face a tough first-round tie against Ali Carter in the 2016 World Championship. Bingham faces Carter in Worlds opener

Qualifier Ding ready for Crucible seeds

Former world number one Ding Junhui comes through World Championship qualifying and says he is the player seeds will want to avoid. Qualifier Ding ready for Crucible seeds

Un-Nooh misses final-black 147 again

Thepchaiya Un-Nooh misses the final black for a 147 for the second time this season during World Championship qualifying. Un-Nooh misses final-black 147 again

Ding one win from Crucible place

Ding Junhui progresses to the final round of qualifying for the World Championship with a 10-1 win over Ross Muir. Ding one win from Crucible place

O'Sullivan still not greatest - Bingham

Ronnie O'Sullivan must match Stephen Hendry's haul of world titles to be considered snooker's greatest, says Stuart Bingham. O'Sullivan still not greatest - Bingham

World Championship on the BBC

Watch live coverage of the 2016 World Snooker Championship on BBC TV, Red Button and mobile devices. World Championship on the BBC

Davis fails to reach World Championship

Six-time champion Steve Davis loses in the first round of qualifying for the World Championship in Sheffield. Davis fails to reach World Championship

White out of Worlds qualifying

Six-time finalist Jimmy White loses 10-9 to Gerard Greene in World Championship qualifying, but Graeme Dott advances. White out of Worlds qualifying

Ebdon beats Wattana in Worlds qualifier

Former world champion Peter Ebdon is two wins away from a return to the Crucible after beating James Wattana in qualifying. Ebdon beats Wattana in Worlds qualifier

Top females in record Q School entry

World ladies champion Reanne Evans and rival Ng On Yee are among a record entry of 174 for World Snooker's 2016 Q School. Top females in record Q School entry

Evans wins 11th world title in 12 years

Reanne Evans wins a record 11th Ladies' World Snooker Championship with a 6-4 victory over defending champion Ng On Yee. Evans wins 11th world title in 12 years