Andrew Blakely
At 35, Andrew Blakely stands as a seasoned expert in both snooker and its betting intricacies. A dedicated player and analyst, he offers keen insights derived from years in the field. Through his writings, Andrew aspires to guide enthusiasts navigating the captivating world of snooker betting.
Articles by Andrew Blakely
Kyren Wilson Wins First Masters Title With Victory Over John Higgins at Alexandra Palace
Kyren Wilson has claimed his first Masters title at Alexandra Palace, defeating snooker legend John Higgins in the final on 18 January — and the result has major implications for the betting markets ahead of the Crucible.
John Virgo's Final Gift to Snooker: The Night He Introduced the World to Ronnie O'Sullivan
John Virgo, who passed away aged 79, once introduced a 16-year-old Ronnie O'Sullivan to the nation on BBC's Big Break — a moment that feels all the more poignant now.
Hull Open Turns Ten in Style: Nine Champions Crowned at Landmark WDBS Anniversary Event
The Wilson Interiors Hull Open celebrated its tenth anniversary with nine champions crowned at the Tradewell Snooker Club, headlined by Mahomed Abubaker's wheelchair title defence and a history-making 59 break from Gary Swift.
Thepchaiya Un-Nooh Stuns O'Sullivan With 147 to Claim World Open Glory
Thepchaiya Un-Nooh produced a stunning 147 break en route to a 10-7 victory over Ronnie O'Sullivan in the 2026 World Open final in Yushan, claiming the biggest title of his professional career.
Un-Nooh's World Open Triumph Completes Tour Championship Field — And Here's Why He Could Shake Up the Betting
Thepchaiya Un-Nooh's stunning World Open victory — which included a maximum 147 break and three consecutive total clearances — has sealed his place in the Tour Championship and sent the snooker world buzzing.
Crucible Confirmed Until 2045: The Best News Snooker Has Had in Years
The World Snooker Championship is confirmed at the Crucible Theatre until at least 2045, with a £45 million redevelopment also planned for the iconic Sheffield venue.
WPBSA Bans Trans Athletes from Women's Snooker in Landmark Policy Overhaul
The WPBSA has published a landmark new Eligibility Policy confirming that only biological female players may compete in women's snooker tournaments, following the Supreme Court Ruling of April 2025 and a subsequent legal case involving the English Blackball Federation.
Ng On Yee Completes Hat-Trick of British Women's Open Titles With Final Revenge Over Bai Yulu
Ng On Yee claimed her third successive British Women's Open title in Walsall on Sunday, defeating world number one Bai Yulu 4-2 in the final to take her career tour victories to 24.
2026 Tour Championship Preview & Betting Tips: Zhao Xintong Can Complete the Players Series Sweep
The 2026 Tour Championship gets underway at Manchester Central on 30th March, with Zhao Xintong bidding for a historic Players Series clean sweep — here's our full betting preview and top pick.
Ding Junhui Secures 16th Seed as World Championship Picture Comes Into Focus
Ding Junhui is confirmed as the 16th seed for the 2026 World Snooker Championship after Thepchaiya Un-Nooh's Tour Championship exit ended any lingering doubt about the Chinese star's place at the Crucible.
Trump Survives Murphy Scare in 19-Frame Thriller to Reach Tour Championship Semis
Judd Trump battled past Shaun Murphy 10-9 in a nail-biting final-frame decider to secure his place in the Tour Championship semi-finals in Manchester.
Murphy's Luck Runs Out Against Trump — But The Magician Has Nothing To Regret
Shaun Murphy bowed out of the Tour Championship 10-9 to Judd Trump on Wednesday, bemoaning a missed double in the deciding frame that summed up a season of painful near-misses for The Magician.
Jason Francis Fires Back at World Seniors Critics: 'You'd Think I'd Murdered Someone'
Jason Francis has defended his handling of the 2026 World Seniors Snooker Championship controversy, firing back at critics who targeted him online after a table failure at the Crucible forced a match to be relocated to a practice room.
Higgins Digs Deep Again to Down Selby and Set Up Zhao Semi-Final at Tour Championship
John Higgins fought back from 8-5 down to beat Mark Selby 10-8 at the Tour Championship in Manchester, setting up a semi-final against world champion Zhao Xintong on Saturday — and the defending champion looks well worth backing at 4/1.
The Rocket Does It First Time: O'Sullivan Clinches World Seniors Title With Dominant Display
Ronnie O'Sullivan marked his World Seniors Snooker Championship debut in the most emphatic fashion possible, defeating Joe Perry 10-4 in the final at a sold-out Crucible Theatre to claim the JenningsBet title at the very first attempt.
2026 Global 900 Snooker Championship: Draw, Schedule & Betting Preview
The inaugural Global 900 Snooker Championship gets under way in Reading on Tuesday 12th May, and Ronnie O'Sullivan — fresh from Seniors glory in Sheffield — looks the standout betting proposition.
Snooker 900 Global Championship 2026: Draw, Schedule & Betting Preview
The inaugural Snooker 900 Global Championship begins on Tuesday in Reading, with Ronnie O'Sullivan headlining a 20-player field fresh from his World Seniors title — here's the full draw, schedule, and our betting preview.
O'Sullivan vs He Guoqiang: Back the Rocket to Kick Off His Record Hunt at the Crucible
Ronnie O'Sullivan opens his bid for a record eighth world title against Chinese debutant He Guoqiang at the Crucible — here's how to back the Rocket sensibly.
Four Crucible Debutants Who Could Steal the Show at the 2026 World Snooker Championship
Stan Moody, Liam Pullen, Antoni Kowalski, and He Guoqiang all make their Crucible debuts at the 2026 World Snooker Championship — here's why each of them could cause a stir in the early rounds.
Why the Crucible Still Gives the World's Best Players Nightmares — 50 Years On
Sheffield's Crucible Theatre stages the World Snooker Championship for the 50th time in 2026 — and understanding why it still terrifies the world's best players is essential knowledge for any serious punter.
Allen Backs Moody to Flourish After WST Pressure 'Did Him No Favours'
Mark Allen has praised teenage Crucible debutant Stan Moody while suggesting World Snooker Tour's heavy promotion of the youngster in recent years may have hindered rather than helped his development.
Wilson Digs Deep to Deny Teenage Sensation Moody in Crucible Classic
Kyren Wilson produced a stunning seven-frame winning streak to overturn a 7-3 deficit and beat teenage debutant Stan Moody 10-7 in one of the finest first-round matches the Crucible has seen in years.
History-Making Kowalski Crowned April Player of the Month After Crucible Breakthrough
Antoni Kowalski has been voted the WPBSA Players' Player of the Month for April after becoming the first ever Polish player to compete at the Crucible Theatre, saving his tour card in the process.
Vafaei at the Crucible: Backing a Man Playing for More Than Snooker
Hossein Vafaei faces Si Jiahui in the first round at the Crucible on Wednesday, carrying the weight of a difficult personal year — and we think the odds underestimate him significantly.
Wu Yize Wins the 2026 World Snooker Championship: Full Draw, Results & Prize Money
Wu Yize has been crowned the 2026 World Snooker Champion after defeating Shaun Murphy 18-17 in a dramatic final at the Crucible — here's the full draw, results, and prize money breakdown.
Causier Makes It Six in a Row With World Matchplay Masterclass
David Causier won the World Matchplay Championship for a sixth consecutive time, defeating the returning Mike Russell 8-5 in the final in Carlow to complete a remarkable Irish double.
Q School 2026: Last Chance to Enter as Thursday Deadline Looms
Q School 2026 entry closes at 12 noon on Thursday 30th April, with eight tour cards available across two tournaments at the Mattioli Arena in Leicester from 20th May.
Wu Yize Into World Final After Allen's Heartbreaking Black Ball Miss — The Bet Now Is Clear
Wu Yize produced a stunning three-frame comeback to beat Mark Allen 17-16 in a Crucible classic, after Allen missed a match-winning black off its spot. Wu now faces Shaun Murphy in the World Championship final — and the value bet is clear.
Wu Yize: The Family Sacrifices Behind Snooker's Newest World Champion
Wu Yize claimed the World Snooker Championship title at 22, defeating Shaun Murphy 18-17 in a dramatic final — but the story behind the trophy is one of extraordinary family sacrifice.
World Snooker Rankings After the 2026 Crucible: Wu Yize Soars, Trump Holds Firm
Wu Yize rockets to a career-high fourth in the world after winning a classic 35-frame Crucible final, while Judd Trump holds on to end the season as world number one for the fourth time.
Wu Yize Wins World Championship in Final-Frame Thriller — Second-Youngest Crucible Champion Ever
Wu Yize defeated Shaun Murphy 18-17 in a nerve-shredding deciding frame to become the 2026 World Snooker Champion — and just the second-youngest Crucible title holder in history.
Wu Yize: World Champion at 22 After One of the Greatest Crucible Finals Ever Played
Wu Yize claimed the 2026 World Championship title with an 18-17 victory over Shaun Murphy in one of the greatest Crucible finals ever played, becoming the second consecutive Chinese World Champion at just 22 years old.
Allen's Agony: The Black Ball Miss That Broke Every Snooker Fan's Heart
Mark Allen suffered one of the most heartbreaking Crucible exits in recent memory, missing a match-winning pot on the black to hand Wu Yize a World Championship semi-final victory.
Wu Yize 10-7 Murphy: Back the Chinese Star to Complete a Historic Crucible Coronation
Wu Yize leads Shaun Murphy 10-7 after Sunday's second session of the World Championship final — here's why the 22-year-old looks nailed on to be crowned champion on Monday.
Wu Yize on the Brink of World Title Glory with 10-7 Final Lead Over Murphy
Wu Yize leads Shaun Murphy 10-7 heading into the final session of the 2026 World Snooker Championship final — here's why the Chinese star looks set to clinch his first world title.
Women's Snooker Takes Centre Stage at the Crucible as World Women's Day Delivers
World Women's Snooker Day brought the women's game to the heart of the Halo World Snooker Championship in Sheffield, as WWS Tour players coached spectators and appeared on BBC television — all ahead of the 50th anniversary World Women's Championship in May.
Murphy vs Wu Yize: 2026 World Snooker Championship Final Preview & Betting Tips
Shaun Murphy and Wu Yize meet in a mouthwatering 2026 World Snooker Championship final at the Crucible — here are our picks and analysis for Sunday's showpiece.
The 100-Minute Frame That Shamed the Crucible — And What It Means for Allen vs Wu
Mark Allen and Wu Yize played out a 100-minute, 21-second frame at the Crucible — the longest in World Championship history — as their semi-final ended in a 7-7 stalemate amid calls for urgent rule changes.
Snooker Is Booming at the Top — But Grassroots Clubs Are Still Fighting for Survival
Snooker's professional scene is thriving, but the UK's grassroots clubs are still reeling from decades of decline — with Rileys falling from 165 venues to just 15.
2026 World Snooker Championship Semi-Finals: Murphy vs Higgins Betting Preview & Predictions
John Higgins and Shaun Murphy clash in what looks set to be the pick of the 2026 World Snooker Championship semi-finals — here's our full betting preview and best selections.
Robertson Produces Moment of Genius at the Crucible — And It Could Define His World Championship Odds
Neil Robertson produced a stunning cannon shot in his World Championship quarter-final against John Higgins — and from a betting perspective, it may be the clearest signal yet that the Australian is in title-winning form.
Selby Slams 'Absolutely Horrific' Crucible Conditions After Shock Wu Yize Exit
Mark Selby has branded the Crucible's playing conditions the worst he has encountered at the World Championship, following his shock 13-11 second-round exit to Wu Yize at the 2026 World Snooker Championship.
Parrott, Hamilton and a New App: WPBSA Coaching Seminar Raises the Bar in Sheffield
John Parrott, Anthony Hamilton and the Play Snooker App took centre stage as the WPBSA staged its annual Coaching Seminar in Sheffield — alongside inaugural CPD events for coaches and referees.
Higgins Stuns O'Sullivan in Crucible Classic as Trump Crashes Out to Vafaei
John Higgins produced one of the great Crucible comebacks to beat Ronnie O'Sullivan 13-12, while world number one Judd Trump was sensationally eliminated by Iranian qualifier Hossein Vafaei on a stunning day at the World Championship.
2026 World Snooker Championship Quarter-Finals: Predictions, Picks and Best Bets
The 2026 World Snooker Championship quarter-finals are set for a thrilling two-day sprint at the Crucible, with Zhao Xintong facing Shaun Murphy in what looks the pick of the ties. Here are our best bets and predictions for the last eight.
Higgins Produces One of the Crucible's Greatest Comebacks to Eliminate O'Sullivan
John Higgins has completed one of the greatest comebacks in Crucible history, recovering from 9-4 down to defeat Ronnie O'Sullivan 13-12 in a final-frame thriller and reach the World Championship quarter-finals.
Vafaei Stuns Trump in Crucible Classic — Now the Quarter-Final Is 'Tickling' Him
Hossein Vafaei beat world number one Judd Trump 13-12 in a last-frame thriller to reach the Crucible quarter-finals — and he's now tickling us all with the prospect of a semi-final place.
Crucible Pressure Is Real — And It Should Shape Your World Championship Betting
Shaun Murphy's extraordinary 10-9 comeback has highlighted why Crucible psychology is just as important as potting form — and why smart punters should be factoring mental resilience into every World Championship wager.
Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters Axed: Why Calling It a 'Major' Was Always the Real Problem
The Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters has been cancelled after just two editions, and while the collapse was hardly a surprise, the decision to label it a 'major' remains the sport's most embarrassing misstep in recent memory.
China Open Returns to Snooker Calendar in August 2026 — Here's Why It Matters for Bettors
The China Open returns to the World Snooker Tour in August 2026 after a seven-year absence, with a £1.2 million prize fund and a record crop of Chinese talent making it one of the most compelling betting events of the season.