How much does the World Snooker Champion win?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at how much the winner of the 2026 World Snooker Championship is awarded. How much does the World Snooker Champion win?

Crowds cheer China's new snooker star on return from championship win

Wu Yize, 22, receives a rock star's welcome after becoming second-youngest player to win a world title. Crowds cheer China's new snooker star on return from championship win

The family sacrifices that helped Wu become world champion

Wu Yize discusses the sacrifices made by his family on his journey to becoming China's second world snooker champion. The family sacrifices that helped Wu become world champion

'He'll need to tell us his secret' - analysing Murphy's new break-off

World Championship finalist Shaun Murphy has adopted a new style of break-off - what is it and why is it working so well? 'He'll need to tell us his secret' - analysing Murphy's new break-off

'Embarrassment to snooker' - Wu and Allen play longest Crucible frame

Mark Allen and Wu Yize play out the longest frame in Crucible history during the second session of their World Championship semi-final. 'Embarrassment to snooker' - Wu and Allen play longest Crucible frame

Wu holds off Murphy to retain narrow lead in final

Wu Yize holds off a Shaun Murphy fightback to ensure he will take a slender 13-12 lead into the concluding session of their World Championship final. Wu holds off Murphy to retain narrow lead in final

Murphy to face Higgins after dashing Zhao's Crucible hopes

Shaun Murphy dashes Zhao Xintong's hopes of lifting the Crucible curse with a superb 13-10 win as he moves into the semi-finals of the World Championship. Murphy to face Higgins after dashing Zhao's Crucible hopes

Higgins wins final-frame decider to beat O'Sullivan

Four-time winner John Higgins produces a sensational recovery from 8-3 and 9-4 down to defeat Ronnie O'Sullivan 13-12 in a final-frame Crucible epic to reach the World Championship quarter-finals. Higgins wins final-frame decider to beat O'Sullivan

Robertson calls for ban on O'Sullivan's chalk

Former world champion Neil Robertson calls for a controversial chalk used by Ronnie O'Sullivan to be banned, saying most other players "hate it" and that it "makes an absolute mess of the table". Robertson calls for ban on O'Sullivan's chalk

Zhao fights back to tie Murphy heading into final session

Defending champion Zhao Xintong fights back against Shaun Murphy to leave their World Championship quarter-final delicately poised at 8-8 heading into Wednesday's concluding session. Zhao fights back to tie Murphy heading into final session

Higgins builds slender semi-final lead over Murphy

John Higgins opens up a slender 13-11 advantage over Shaun Murphy heading into the final session of their World Championship semi-final. Higgins builds slender semi-final lead over Murphy

'You think of the ones that got away' - Higgins on 1996 thriller v O'Sullivan

Thirty years after their first match at the Crucible, 50-year-olds Ronnie O'Sullivan and John Higgins again go head-to-head on the biggest stage. 'You think of the ones that got away' - Higgins on 1996 thriller v O'Sullivan

Superb Murphy beats Xiao with session to spare

Former winner Shaun Murphy produces a fine performance to thrash China's Xiao Guodong and become the first player into the World Championship quarter-finals. Superb Murphy beats Xiao with session to spare

Higgins beats O'Sullivan, Trump loses to Vafaei

Four-time winner John Higgins produces a sensational recovery from 8-3 and 9-4 down to defeat Ronnie O'Sullivan 13-12, but world number one Judd Trump is eliminated on a thrilling day at the World Championship. Higgins beats O'Sullivan, Trump loses to Vafaei

O'Sullivan leads Higgins, Williams loses to Hawkins

Ronnie O'Sullivan leads John Higgins 6-2 after the opening session of their World Championship last-16 tie but Mark Williams, the other member of snooker's fabled 'Class of 92', is eliminated. O'Sullivan leads Higgins, Williams loses to Hawkins

O'Sullivan and Selby ease into last 16 at Crucible

Seven-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan wraps up victory over China's He Guoqiang to set up a mouth-watering last-16 tie against John Higgins at the Crucible. O'Sullivan and Selby ease into last 16 at Crucible

Robertson wins as Crucible seeds record equalled

Neil Robertson defeats Pang Junxu 10-6 to ensure a Crucible record-equalling 15 seeded players are into the World Championship second round. Robertson wins as Crucible seeds record equalled

World Championship: Schedule, full draw, BBC TV times & results

Match schedule, full draw, results, BBC TV times, highest break and prize money for the 2026 World Snooker Championship in Sheffield. World Championship: Schedule, full draw, BBC TV times & results

Quiz: What happened in round one at the Crucible?

How much do you remember from the first round of the 2026 World Snooker Championship, which concluded on Thursday? Quiz: What happened in round one at the Crucible?

Higgins wins final-frame decider to beat O'Sullivan

Four-time winner John Higgins produces a sensational recovery from 8-3 and 9-4 down to defeat Ronnie O'Sullivan 13-12 in a final-frame Crucible epic to reach the World Championship quarter-finals. Higgins wins final-frame decider to beat O'Sullivan

Higgins recovers to beat O'Sullivan in Crucible epic

Four-time winner John Higgins produces a sensational recovery from 8-3 and 9-4 down to defeat Ronnie O'Sullivan 13-12 in a final-frame last-16 Crucible epic. Higgins recovers to beat O'Sullivan in Crucible epic

Jones 'struggled to breathe' during Selby defeat

The 2024 World Championship runner-up was left struggling for breath in his first round match at The Crucible due to his asthma. Jones 'struggled to breathe' during Selby defeat

O'Sullivan and Selby ease into last 16 at Crucible

Seven-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan wraps up victory over China's He Guoqiang to set up a mouth-watering last-16 tie against John Higgins at the Crucible. O'Sullivan and Selby ease into last 16 at Crucible

Crucible pressure '50 times worse than driving test'

The Crucible is snooker's most intense venue but how do players cope with the pressure and what do they think about when watching on helplessly? Crucible pressure '50 times worse than driving test'

Vafaei 'fighting to make Iranians proud' at Worlds

Iran snooker player Hossein Vafaei says the ongoing war in his country makes it difficult to focus on his job as he prepares to play a World Championship match on Wednesday. Vafaei 'fighting to make Iranians proud' at Worlds

Wilson produces superb fightback to beat Moody, 19

Kyren Wilson recovers from 6-2 and 7-3 down by winning seven frames in a row to deny 19-year-old Stan Moody a memorable victory on his World Championship debut at the Crucible. Wilson produces superb fightback to beat Moody, 19

O'Sullivan and Selby ease into last 16 at Crucible

Seven-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan wraps up victory over China's He Guoqiang to set up a mouth-watering last-16 tie against John Higgins at the Crucible. O'Sullivan and Selby ease into last 16 at Crucible

O'Sullivan starts well as Murphy squeezes through

Ronnie O'Sullivan begins his quest for a record-breaking eighth World Championship title with a dominant opening session against He Guoqiang. O'Sullivan starts well as Murphy squeezes through

Wilson produces superb fightback to beat Moody, 19

Kyren Wilson recovers from 6-2 and 7-3 down by winning seven frames in a row to deny 19-year-old Stan Moody a memorable victory on his World Championship debut at the Crucible. Wilson produces superb fightback to beat Moody, 19

Jones aims to clear final hurdle at the Crucible

Wales' Jak Jones is aiming to go one better than his 2024 final defeat at this year's World Snooker Championship. Jones aims to clear final hurdle at the Crucible

Jones aims to clear final hurdle at the Crucible

Wales' Jak Jones is aiming to go one better than his 2024 final defeat at this year's World Snooker Championship. Jones aims to clear final hurdle at the Crucible

Allen recovers from 'embarrassing' start to win

Former world number one Mark Allen fights back from an "absolutely embarrassing" first session to beat China's Zhang Anda 10-6 and move into the last 16 of the World Snooker Championship. Allen recovers from 'embarrassing' start to win

How many 147s have there been at the Crucible?

BBC Sport looks at the history of 147 breaks at the World Snooker Championship. How many 147s have there been at the Crucible?

'We're talking about history' - the Crucible set for £45m revamp

Matchroom Sport president Barry Hearn says it is "unthinkable" the World Snooker Championship would be played anywhere other than the Crucible. The Sheffield venue will be refurbished to add up to 500 more seats, in a £45m revamp that will keep the sport there until at least 2045. 'We're talking about history' - the Crucible set for £45m revamp

'I'd run the M4 naked' - Williams targets snooker history

Mark Williams could cause traffic chaos on the motorway if he surpasses Ronnie O'Sullivan as the oldest ever world champion. 'I'd run the M4 naked' - Williams targets snooker history

Jones aims to clear final hurdle at the Crucible

Wales' Jak Jones is aiming to go one better than his 2024 final defeat at this year's World Snooker Championship. Jones aims to clear final hurdle at the Crucible

'We're talking about history' - the Crucible set for £45m revamp

Matchroom Sport president Barry Hearn says it is "unthinkable" the World Snooker Championship would be played anywhere other than the Crucible. The Sheffield venue will be refurbished to add up to 500 more seats, in a £45m revamp that will keep the sport there until at least 2045. 'We're talking about history' - the Crucible set for £45m revamp

How 'dropout's hangout' became snooker's ultimate stage

Sheffield's Crucible Theatre was a regional arts centre with a polarising reputation before snooker came along, by chance, to make it a globally famous venue. What makes it so special? How 'dropout's hangout' became snooker's ultimate stage

Allen out to 'put right' poor run of form at Worlds

Northern Ireland's Mark Allen says he wants to atone for what he perceives to be one of his worst seasons in terms of performances at the World Championship at Sheffield. Allen out to 'put right' poor run of form at Worlds

Who is Stan Moody? Crucible debutant profiled

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team profiles Stan Moody, the teenager making his debut at the 2026 World Snooker Championship Who is Stan Moody? Crucible debutant profiled

Who is Stan Moody? Crucible debutant profiled

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team profiles Stan Moody, the teenager making his debut at the 2026 World Snooker Championship Who is Stan Moody? Crucible debutant profiled

Snooker world turns out to remember John Virgo

Snooker stars and fans gathered at Sheffield Cathedral to pay tribute to the voice of the sport. Snooker world turns out to remember John Virgo

O'Sullivan to play China's He in Crucible round one

Seven-time winner Ronnie O'Sullivan begins his bid for a record-breaking eighth World Snooker Championship title with a match against China's debutant He Guoqiang at the Crucible. O'Sullivan to play China's He in Crucible round one

How many nationalities have played at the World Snooker Championship?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks into which nations have be represented by players in the history of the World Snooker Championship. How many nationalities have played at the World Snooker Championship?

No practice, no problem for Stevens before Crucible return

Matthew Stevens heads into snooker's biggest event saying he barely practises these days - and his table at home is of the coffee variety. No practice, no problem for Stevens before Crucible return

From hospital to Crucible - teenager Moody qualifies

British teenager Stan Moody secures his place at the World Snooker Championship for the first time, a day after discharging himself from hospital. From hospital to Crucible - teenager Moody qualifies

Zhao thrashes Trump to win Tour Championship

China's Zhao Xintong thrashes world number one Judd Trump 10-3 to claim his first Tour Championship title in Manchester. Zhao thrashes Trump to win Tour Championship

World Championship 2026: Schedule, seeds & BBC TV schedule

Match schedule, seeds, BBC TV times, prize money and roll of honour for the 2026 World Snooker Championship in Sheffield. World Championship 2026: Schedule, seeds & BBC TV schedule

O'Sullivan to play China's He in Crucible round one

Seven-time winner Ronnie O'Sullivan begins his bid for a record-breaking eighth World Snooker Championship title with a match against China's debutant He Guoqiang at the Crucible. O'Sullivan to play China's He in Crucible round one

Higgins thumped by Zhao in heaviest defeat of career

John Higgins falls to the heaviest defeat of his 34-year career as he loses 10-1 against Zhao Xintong in the Tour Championship semi-finals. Higgins thumped by Zhao in heaviest defeat of career

Trump sweeps Robertson aside to reach Tour Championship final

Judd Trump sweeps to a commanding 10-4 victory over Neil Robertson as he reaches the final of the Tour Championship in Manchester. Trump sweeps Robertson aside to reach Tour Championship final

Higgins fights back to beat Selby and reach semis

John Higgins produces a superb display to fight back from 8-5 down to beat Mark Selby 10-8 as he moves into the semi-finals of the Tour Championship in Manchester. Higgins fights back to beat Selby and reach semis

Trump beats Murphy in final-frame decider to reach semis

World number one Judd Trump beats Shaun Murphy in a final-frame decider to secure a 10-9 victory and reach the Tour Championship semi-finals. Trump beats Murphy in final-frame decider to reach semis

Higgins holds off Williams fightback at Tour Championship

Defending champion John Higgins holds off a fightback from Mark Williams to win 10-8 in the first round of the Tour Championship in Manchester. Higgins holds off Williams fightback at Tour Championship

Szubarczyk, 15, breaks World Championship record

Polish teenager Michal Szubarczyk becomes the youngest player to win a World Championship match as he beats former women's world champion Onyee Ng in qualifying. Szubarczyk, 15, breaks World Championship record

Revamped Crucible to host World Championship until 2045

The World Snooker Championship will remain at the Crucible in Sheffield until 2045, with the venue set to be refurbished to add up to 500 additional seats. Revamped Crucible to host World Championship until 2045

Trump beats Allen in Tour Championship opener

Judd Trump beats Mark Allen in a back-and-forth contest to progress in the first round of the Tour Championship in Manchester. Trump beats Allen in Tour Championship opener

Un-Nooh makes 147 in World Open win over O'Sullivan

Thepchaiya Un-Nooh makes a maximum 147 break in a shock 10-7 win over Ronnie O'Sullivan in the World Open final in Yushan, China. Un-Nooh makes 147 in World Open win over O'Sullivan

O'Sullivan beats Wu to reach World Open final

Ronnie O'Sullivan beats China's Wu Yize in a deciding frame to reach the World Open final, as he hunts a record-extending 42nd ranking title. O'Sullivan beats Wu to reach World Open final

O'Sullivan makes highest-ever break with historic 153

Ronnie O'Sullivan creates more snooker history by making the sport's highest-ever professional break with a 153 at the World Open in Yushan. O'Sullivan makes highest-ever break with historic 153

Does O'Sullivan hold every snooker record?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team look at the collective records of Ronnie O'Sullivan following his record-breaking 153 break at the World Open in China. Does O'Sullivan hold every snooker record?

O'Sullivan beats Murphy to reach World Open quarters

Ronnie O'Sullivan produces a superb display to beat Shaun Murphy 5-3 and reach the quarter-finals of the World Open in Yushan. O'Sullivan beats Murphy to reach World Open quarters

Higgins beaten by teenager Moody in 2,000th match

Stan Moody holds his nerve to clinch a 5-4 win over John Higgins at the World Open in the veteran's 2,000th professional match. Higgins beaten by teenager Moody in 2,000th match

'We're talking about history' - the Crucible set for £45m revamp

Matchroom Sport president Barry Hearn says it is "unthinkable" the World Snooker Championship would be played anywhere other than the Crucible. The Sheffield venue will be refurbished to add up to 500 more seats, in a £45m revamp that will keep the sport there until at least 2045. 'We're talking about history' - the Crucible set for £45m revamp

Revamped Crucible to host World Championship until 2045

The World Snooker Championship will remain at the Crucible in Sheffield until 2045, with the venue set to be refurbished to add up to 500 additional seats. Revamped Crucible to host World Championship until 2045

Watch: Wilson hits audacious trick shot to reach 142

Kyren Wilson makes a trick shot on the final black to win his match against Liu Hongyu at the Welsh Open. Watch: Wilson hits audacious trick shot to reach 142

Lisowski beats 'god' Higgins to set up Hawkins final at Welsh Open

Jack Lisowski beats four-time world champion John Higgins 6-5 to set up a meeting with Barry Hawkins in the final of the Welsh Open in Llandudno. Lisowski beats 'god' Higgins to set up Hawkins final at Welsh Open

'He had it all' - Taylor pays emotional tribute to Virgo

Dennis Taylor pays an emotional tribute to snooker legend John Virgo, who died earlier this month aged 79. 'He had it all' - Taylor pays emotional tribute to Virgo

O'Sullivan makes highest-ever break with historic 153

Ronnie O'Sullivan creates more snooker history by making the sport's highest-ever professional break with a 153 at the World Open in Yushan. O'Sullivan makes highest-ever break with historic 153

Snooker's Mark Williams has 'serious phobia' of tea bags

The 50-year-old made the admission while giving an interview during the Welsh Open. Snooker's Mark Williams has 'serious phobia' of tea bags

Murphy sets up World Open tie with O'Sullivan

Shaun Murphy sets up a last-16 tie against Ronnie O'Sullivan at the World Open in Yushan with a 5-1 win over China's Xu Si. Murphy sets up World Open tie with O'Sullivan

Higgins beaten by teenager Moody in 2,000th match

Stan Moody holds his nerve to clinch a 5-4 win over John Higgins at the World Open in the veteran's 2,000th professional match. Higgins beaten by teenager Moody in 2,000th match

Return to form would be 'biggest achievement' - O'Sullivan

Ronnie O'Sullivan says restoring his game to its previous level would be bigger than winning world titles. Return to form would be 'biggest achievement' - O'Sullivan

Snooker champion has 'serious phobia' of tea bags

The 50-year-old made the admission while giving an interview during the Welsh Open. Snooker champion has 'serious phobia' of tea bags

Hawkins beats Lisowski to win first Welsh Open title

A dominant afternoon session set Barry Hawkins on the way to winning his first Welsh Open title, beating Jack Lisowski 9-5 in the final. Hawkins beats Lisowski to win first Welsh Open title

Watch: Wilson hits audacious trick shot to reach 142

Kyren Wilson makes a trick shot on the final black to win his match against Liu Hongyu at the Welsh Open. Watch: Wilson hits audacious trick shot to reach 142

Hawkins holds off Wu to reach Welsh Open final

Barry Hawkins beat Wu Yize 6-4 to reach the Welsh Open final for the second time in his career. Hawkins holds off Wu to reach Welsh Open final

A 'special' snooker player who became a TV star - John Virgo obituary

John Virgo was an excellent snooker player, a hugely popular TV figure, and one of the great voices of his beloved sport. A 'special' snooker player who became a TV star - John Virgo obituary

Higgins stays on course for sixth Welsh Open title

John Higgins remains on course for a sixth Welsh Open title after brushing aside Zhou Yuelong in the quarter-finals. Higgins stays on course for sixth Welsh Open title

Jiang beats Welsh Open title holder Selby in opener

Defending Welsh Open champion Mark Selby has been knocked out in the first round by China's Jiang Jun, losing 4-3. Jiang beats Welsh Open title holder Selby in opener

Williams exits Welsh Open, Higgins & Robertson through

Two-time champion Mark Williams is out of the Welsh Open, while John Higgins and Neil Robertson progress to the quarter-finals. Williams exits Welsh Open, Higgins & Robertson through

O'Sullivan signs up for World Seniors Championship

Ronnie O'Sullivan, 50, is set to make his debut in the World Seniors Snooker Championship at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre in May. O'Sullivan signs up for World Seniors Championship

'Genius' Zhao beats Higgins to win Players Championship

Zhao Xintong claims the final four frames to beat John Higgins 10-7 and win the Players Championship in Telford. 'Genius' Zhao beats Higgins to win Players Championship

Williams and Robertson progress at Welsh Open

Two-time champions Mark Williams and Neil Robertson both earn 4-1 wins to progress into the third round of the Welsh Open in Llandudno. Williams and Robertson progress at Welsh Open

Watch: Wilson hits audacious trick shot to reach 142

Kyren Wilson makes a trick shot on the final black to win his match against Liu Hongyu at the Welsh Open. Watch: Wilson hits audacious trick shot to reach 142

Zhao wins all-Chinese World Grand Prix final

Zhao Xintong beats Chinese compatriot Zhang Anda 10-6 to win the World Grand Prix - his first ranking title since being crowned world champion last May. Zhao wins all-Chinese World Grand Prix final

Zhang to face Zhao in World Grand Prix final

World champion Zhao Xintong and Zhang Anda will contest the World Grand Prix final in Hong Kong after winning through their all-Chinese semi-finals. Zhang to face Zhao in World Grand Prix final

A 'special' snooker player who became a TV star - John Virgo obituary

John Virgo was an excellent snooker player, a hugely popular TV figure, and one of the great voices of his beloved sport. A 'special' snooker player who became a TV star - John Virgo obituary

Snooker legend Virgo dies aged 79

John Virgo, who co-presented TV show Big Break and was a popular BBC commentator for decades, has died. Snooker legend Virgo dies aged 79

Welsh Open 'should be in south Wales, 100%' - Page

Jackson Page has questioned the location of the Welsh Open which is again hosted by north Wales town Llandudno this week. Welsh Open 'should be in south Wales, 100%' - Page

Virgo introduces 16-year-old O'Sullivan on Big Break

John Virgo looks back at introducing a then 16-year-old Ronnie O'Sullivan on the BBC TV show Big Break. Virgo introduces 16-year-old O'Sullivan on Big Break

'Genius' Zhao beats Higgins to win Players Championship

Zhao Xintong wins the final four frames to beat John Higgins 10-7 and win the Players Championship in Telford. 'Genius' Zhao beats Higgins to win Players Championship

Trump ends trophy drought with German Masters win

The world number one wins his first tournament since the 2024 UK Championship with victory over Shaun Murphy in Berlin. Trump ends trophy drought with German Masters win

Wilson beats Higgins to win first Masters title - watch the best shots

Watch the best shots as Kyren Wilson beats John Higgins to claim his first Masters title. Wilson beats Higgins to win first Masters title - watch the best shots

Robertson and Trump out but O'Sullivan battles through

Defending champion Neil Robertson and world number one Judd Trump are among a number of high-profile players knocked out in the first round of the World Grand Prix in Hong Kong., as Ronnie O'Sullivan progresses. Robertson and Trump out but O'Sullivan battles through

'Really special' Wu will be number one - O'Sullivan

Seven-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan believes that the "really special" Wu Yize will become the world number one within three years. 'Really special' Wu will be number one - O'Sullivan

Wilson defeats Higgins to claim first Masters title

Kyren Wilson claims his first Masters title with a 10-6 victory over John Higgins in final that failed to scale the expected heights at Alexandra Palace. Wilson defeats Higgins to claim first Masters title

Masters results and previous winners

Results from the 2026 Masters at Alexandra Palace in London, plus prize money and former winners. Masters results and previous winners

'Really special' Wu will be number one - O'Sullivan

Seven-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan believes that the "really special" Wu Yize will become the world number one within three years. 'Really special' Wu will be number one - O'Sullivan

Wilson beats Higgins to win first Masters title - watch the best shots

Watch the best shots as Kyren Wilson beats John Higgins to claim his first Masters title. Wilson beats Higgins to win first Masters title - watch the best shots

'Emotional' Murphy hopes to win German Masters trophy named after late friend

World number one Judd Trump will play Shaun Murphy in the German Masters final, with Murphy aiming to win a trophy named after his late friend. 'Emotional' Murphy hopes to win German Masters trophy named after late friend

Higgins to face Wilson after thrilling Masters semis

John Higgins stuns world number one Judd Trump as he fights back from 3-0 and 5-3 down to win 6-5 and reach his first Masters final since 2021. Higgins to face Wilson after thrilling Masters semis

Wilson beats Robertson in classic to reach semi-finals

Kyren Wilson beats Neil Robertson 6-5 in a classic final-frame decider to book his place in the semi-finals of the Masters against Wu Yize. Wilson beats Robertson in classic to reach semi-finals

Framed: The Snooker Podcast

Shabnam goes behind-the-scenes at this year's Masters tournament at Alexandra Palace. Framed: The Snooker Podcast

Framed: The Snooker Podcast

Shabnam Younus-Jewell goes behind-the-scenes at this year's Masters tournament at Alexandra Palace. Framed: The Snooker Podcast

Higgins to face Trump in Masters semi-finals

John Higgins produces a vintage fightback to defeat world champion Zhao Xintong on the black in a final-frame decider and reach the semi-finals of the Masters. Higgins to face Trump in Masters semi-finals

Every first-round Masters tie finishes 6-2 at odds of 220,000-1

Neil Robertson completes an unprecedented eighth 6-2 win in the first round of the Masters as he advanced past Chris Wakelin into the quarter-finals. Every first-round Masters tie finishes 6-2 at odds of 220,000-1

Wilson establishes lead over Higgins in Masters final

Kyren Wilson makes a strong start towards winning his first Masters crown as he establishes a 5-3 lead over John Higgins in the opening session of the final. Wilson establishes lead over Higgins in Masters final

Higgins defeats Trump in thriller to reach Masters final

John Higgins stuns world number one Judd Trump as he fights back from 3-0 and 5-3 down to win 6-5 and reach his first Masters final since 2021. Higgins defeats Trump in thriller to reach Masters final

Wilson and Higgins reach Masters quarter-finals

Former world champion Kyren Wilson puts his UK Championship disappointment behind him to defeat China's Si Jiahui 6-2, with John Higgins also winning to move into the Masters quarter-finals. Wilson and Higgins reach Masters quarter-finals

Allen too good for Williams in Masters last-16 tie

Northern Ireland's Mark Allen wins five frames in a row as he comes from behind to defeat Wales' Mark Williams on day two of the 2026 Masters. Allen too good for Williams in Masters last-16 tie

Wu demolishes Xiao to reach last four of Masters

Wu Yize produces a devastating exhibition of potting to thrash an out-of-sorts Xiao Guodong 6-0 as he progresses into the semi-finals of the Masters at Alexandra Palace. Wu demolishes Xiao to reach last four of Masters

Wilson and wife Sophie setting up family support network

Kyren Wilson and his wife Sophie are working with snooker's world governing body to set up a support network for the families of players on tour. Wilson and wife Sophie setting up family support network

Higgins wins decider against Zhao to reach semi-finals

John Higgins produces a vintage fightback to defeat world champion Zhao Xintong on the black in a final-frame decider and reach the semi-finals of the Masters. Higgins wins decider against Zhao to reach semi-finals

'Paul was fun': Remembering snooker's lost great 20 years on

Paul Hunter, one of the sport's most beloved icons, remains unforgotten following his death in 2006. 'Paul was fun': Remembering snooker's lost great 20 years on

World Snooker dismisses table concerns at Masters

World Snooker dismisses concerns over the standard of the table at the Masters saying it has found "no" issues. World Snooker dismisses table concerns at Masters

Terrific Trump powers past Ding at Masters

World number one Judd Trump moves into the quarter-finals of the Masters with a dominant 6-2 win over Ding Junhui at Alexandra Palace. Terrific Trump powers past Ding at Masters

Why did the table at the Masters look square on TV?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains why the television angle at the Masters appeared different to usual early on in the tournament. Why did the table at the Masters look square on TV?

Murphy & Selby lose on thrilling Masters first day

Reigning champion Shaun Murphy and current UK title holder Mark Selby are both eliminated on a thrilling opening day of the Masters at London's Alexandra Palace. Murphy & Selby lose on thrilling Masters first day

O'Sullivan withdraws from Masters for medical reasons

Eight-time champion Ronnie O'Sullivan withdraws from the Masters, which starts on Sunday, for the second year in a row on medical grounds. O'Sullivan withdraws from Masters for medical reasons

'Paul was fun': Remembering snooker's lost great 20 years on

Paul Hunter, one of the sport's most beloved icons, remains unforgotten following his death in 2006. 'Paul was fun': Remembering snooker's lost great 20 years on

World Snooker dismiss table concerns at Masters

World Snooker dismisses concerns over the standard of the table at the Masters saying it has found "no" issues. World Snooker dismiss table concerns at Masters

Allen too good for Williams in Masters last-16 tie

Northern Ireland's Mark Allen wins five frames in a row as he comes from behind to defeat Wales' Mark Williams on day two of the 2026 Masters. Allen too good for Williams in Masters last-16 tie

Wakelin charges back to lift Scottish Open title

England's Chris Wakelin wins eight frames in a row on his way to securing the Scottish Open title with a 9-2 victory over Chang Bingyu in Edinburgh on Sunday. Wakelin charges back to lift Scottish Open title

Turning the Tables with Steve Davis

Former World Snooker Champion Steve Davis meets those who share his passion for records. Turning the Tables with Steve Davis

Burden beats Bingham in Shoot Out for first ranking title

Alfie Burden beats Stuart Bingham 63-8 to win the Snooker Shoot Out and claim his first ranking title in Blackpool. Burden beats Bingham in Shoot Out for first ranking title

O'Sullivan withdraws from Masters for medical reasons

Eight-time champion Ronnie O'Sullivan withdraws from the Masters, which starts on Sunday, for the second year in a row on medical grounds. O'Sullivan withdraws from Masters for medical reasons

Masters snooker all you need to know and match schedule

Match schedule, top seeds, prize money, former winners and BBC coverage details as the 2026 Masters gets under way at Alexandra Palace in London. Masters snooker all you need to know and match schedule

Turning the Tables with Steve Davis

Former World Snooker Champion Steve Davis meets those who share his passion for records. Turning the Tables with Steve Davis

Best shots of the 2025 UK Snooker Championship

Watch the best shots from the 2025 UK Snooker Championship, featuring efforts from Ronnie O'Sullivan, Mark Selby and Judd Trump. Best shots of the 2025 UK Snooker Championship

Turning the Tables with Steve Davis

Former World Snooker Champion Steve Davis meets those who share his passion for records. Turning the Tables with Steve Davis