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York Calling: Who's Safe, Who's Sweating in the Race for UK Championship Seedings
With just the Northern Ireland Open and International Championship remaining before the ranking cut-off, the battle for automatic UK Championship seedings is reaching a critical point — and for those at the bottom of the top 16, every frame counts.
Wu Yize Claims Third Ranking Title at Shenzhen Open with 10-5 Victory Over Yuan Sijun
Wu Yize claimed a third career ranking title before his 23rd birthday, defeating Yuan Sijun 10-5 in the 2026 Shenzhen Open final to rise to a career-high of second in the world rankings.
Wu Yize Climbs to Career-High Second as China Make Ranking History
Wu Yize has risen to a career-high world ranking of second following his 10-5 victory over Yuan Sijun in the Shenzhen Open final, creating a historic China one-two at the top of the sport for the first time.
Wu Yize Cements World Champion Status With Shenzhen Open Glory
Wu Yize claimed the 2026 Shenzhen Open title with a 10-5 victory over Yuan Sijun, making history as he rises to world number two alongside compatriot Zhao Xintong — the first time two Chinese players have occupied the top two spots in snooker.
Wu Yize Proves Crucible Crown Was No Fluke With Shenzhen Triumph
Wu Yize claimed his first ranking title since the Crucible with a commanding 10-5 win over Yuan Sijun in an all-Chinese final at the Shenzhen Open, rising to second in the world rankings.
Wu Yize's Shenzhen Open Victory Opens Door for O'Sullivan at 2026 Champion of Champions
Ronnie O'Sullivan is in line for a 2026 Champion of Champions invitation after Wu Yize's Shenzhen Open win confirmed him as a repeat qualifier, freeing up a place through the World Seniors Championship criteria.
Wu Yize Hammers Trump to Set Up All-Chinese Shenzhen Final Against Yuan Sijun
Wu Yize won six consecutive frames to defeat Judd Trump 6-1 in the Shenzhen Open semi-finals, setting up an all-Chinese final against Yuan Sijun on Sunday.
Wu Yize vs Yuan Sijun: All-Chinese Shenzhen Open Final Set for Sunday Showdown
Wu Yize and Yuan Sijun contest an all-Chinese Shenzhen Open final on Sunday, with £177,000 and historic world rankings implications on the line at the Bao'an Sports Centre.
Trump Dismantles Selby in Shenzhen as Wu Survives Murphy Thriller to Set Up Blockbuster Semi
Judd Trump whitewashed Mark Selby 5-0 in Shenzhen to set up a mouth-watering semi-final against world champion Wu Yize, who edged past Shaun Murphy 5-4 in a repeat of this year's World Championship final.
Trump Whitewashes Selby to Reach 77th Career Ranking Semi-Final at Shenzhen Open
Judd Trump reached his 77th career ranking event semi-final with a commanding 5-0 whitewash of Mark Selby at the Shenzhen Open, setting up a last-four clash with world champion Wu Yize.
Trump Reaches 113th Ranking Quarter-Final as Selby, Wu and Murphy Also Progress at Shenzhen Open
Judd Trump reached his 113th ranking event quarter-final by defeating Si Jiahui 5-2, setting up a blockbuster last-eight tie with four-time world champion Mark Selby at the Shenzhen Open.
The Hitman's Secret Weapon: Michael Holt on Staying Calm — and Why Experience Beats Youth Every Time
Michael Holt reached the quarter-finals of the 2026 Shenzhen Open with a polished 5-2 defeat of Kyren Wilson, and the 48-year-old veteran says staying calm under pressure is the key to beating higher-ranked opponents.
Shenzhen Open Last 16: Selby and Trump Hold Favourites Tag as Bottom Half Loads Up
Seven top-16 seeds remain at the 2026 Shenzhen Open as the last 16 takes shape on Thursday, with Mark Selby and Judd Trump heading the betting in a particularly deep bottom half of the draw.
Murphy Fires Into Shenzhen Last 16 With 5-1 Win Over Vafaei, Insists Form Has Been Building for Years
Shaun Murphy reached the last 16 of the 2026 Shenzhen Open with a dominant 5-1 victory over Hossein Vafaei, capping a display with breaks of 132 and 112 to assert his ongoing consistency at ranking level.
Graeme Dott Jailed for Seven Years After Child Sexual Abuse Convictions
Former world champion Graeme Dott has been sentenced to seven years in prison after being convicted of sexually abusing two young children across offences spanning nearly two decades.
Zhao Xintong, Williams and O'Sullivan Among Early Casualties as Shenzhen Open Last 32 Takes Shape
World number one Zhao Xintong, defending champion Mark Williams, and Ronnie O'Sullivan have all been eliminated from the 2026 Shenzhen Open before the main draw has properly begun.
Graeme Dott Sentenced to Seven Years in Prison Following Child Sexual Abuse Conviction
Graeme Dott, the 2006 World Snooker Champion, has been sentenced to seven years in prison after being convicted of two charges of child sexual abuse following a trial at the High Court in Glasgow.
O'Sullivan, Zhao and Williams All Crash Out on Day One of Shenzhen Open — Who to Back Now?
Ronnie O'Sullivan, world number one Zhao Xintong and defending champion Mark Williams all crashed out on day one of the Shenzhen Open — here's what it means for the market.
O'Sullivan's Champion of Champions Route Opens Up — But Will The Rocket Accept?
Ronnie O'Sullivan has been handed a potential route into the 2026 Champion of Champions after his World Seniors title was added to the qualifying criteria — but whether The Rocket accepts remains another question entirely.
European Disability Snooker Championship Finals Preview: Sofia Showdowns Set for Thursday
The 2026 European Disability Snooker Championship finals are set in Sofia, with Dave Beaumont, Andy Lam and Dave Bolton all chasing historic titles on Thursday. Here's everything you need to know ahead of a packed day of action.
Brecel Completes Hat-Trick of Qualifier Wins as Scottish Open Field Takes Shape
Luca Brecel completed a hat-trick of qualifier victories at the Mattioli Arena to book his place at the 2026 Scottish Open, while Liu Hongyu denied Jimmy White in a dramatic 4-3 thriller.
Shenzhen Open 2026: How To Watch, Defending Champion & Everything You Need To Know
The Shenzhen Open takes place from 28th September to 4th October 2026 — here's how to watch every frame, plus everything you need to know about the defending champion and what's at stake.
History Made in Sofia as Eight Champions Crowned at European Disability Snooker Championship
Dave Beaumont completed an historic hat-trick, Poland and Ireland claimed their first ever European champions, and a 16-year-old made history as eight titles were decided in Sofia.
Aaron Busuttil Makes Maltese History With Dominant Q Tour Europe Victory in Sofia
Aaron Busuttil has made history by becoming the first Maltese player to win a WPBSA Q Tour event, defeating 17-year-old Edward Jones 4-0 in the final of the second Q Tour Europe competition of 2026/27, held in Sofia, Bulgaria.
History Boy: Aaron Busuttil Becomes Malta's First Ever Q Tour Champion
Aaron Busuttil etched his name into the history books in Sofia on Thursday, becoming the first player from Malta to win a Q Tour event with a dominant 4-0 final victory over teenage Englishman Edward Jones.
The Phone Call Ali Carter Never Expected: How Ronnie O'Sullivan's Father Reached Out During His Darkest Days
Ali Carter has revealed how Ronnie O'Sullivan's father rang him out of the blue during his cancer treatment, offering unconditional support — despite the two men having never even met.
Robert Milkins Admits He 'Disrespected the Game' After Losing Tour Card Following 31 Years as a Professional
Robert Milkins has admitted he was 'lazy' and 'disrespected the game' after losing his World Snooker Tour card at the end of the 2025/26 season, ending a professional career spanning 31 years.
Mike Ganley on Snooker's Soul: Why Respect Is the Bedrock of the Game
Mike Ganley joined Shabnam Younus-Jewell on Framed: The Snooker Podcast to deliver a timely reminder that respect — for opponents, officials and the game itself — is the foundation snooker is built on.
Efe Acikalin: The Turkish Trailblazer Bringing Snooker to a New Audience
Efe Acikalin is doing pioneering work in bringing professional snooker to Turkish fans, as explored in a recent episode of the Framed: The Snooker Podcast hosted by Shabnam Younus-Jewell.
2026 Scottish Open Qualifiers: Draw, Schedule and What's at Stake in Leicester
The 2026 Scottish Open qualifiers run from 20 to 23 September at the Mattioli Arena in Leicester, with 32 places up for grabs ahead of the venue stages at Meadowbank Sports Centre in Edinburgh in December.
International Championship Qualifiers: Higgins, Williams and Murphy Advance as Carter Suffers Shock Defeat
John Higgins, Mark Williams, and Shaun Murphy all navigated the International Championship qualifiers in Leicester, while Ali Carter suffered a surprise 6-2 defeat to Anton Kazakov just days after winning the English Open.
White Turns Back the Clock to Edge Stevens in Five-Set Thriller at International Championship Qualifiers
Jimmy White, at 64 the oldest player on the World Snooker Tour, battled past Matthew Stevens 6-5 in the 2026 International Championship qualifiers to reach the Nanjing venue stage.
Mark Allen Withdraws From Shenzhen Open, Extending Absence to Six Ranking Events
Mark Allen has withdrawn from the Shenzhen Open for personal reasons, extending his absence from professional snooker to six ranking events this season. The world number 13 has not competed since his World Championship semi-final defeat to Wu Yize in early May.
More Than a Flat Draw: The Tournament Structure Debate Snooker Can't Ignore
Former professional Peter Devlin sparked a heated debate about snooker's tournament structure this week — but the solution is more complicated than simply calling for a flat draw.
Mark Allen Withdraws from Shenzhen Open as Absence from Snooker Reaches Eight Events
Mark Allen has withdrawn from the Shenzhen Open, his eighth absence from competitive snooker since his agonising World Championship semi-final defeat to Wu Yize earlier this year.
2026 International Championship Qualifiers: Draw, Schedule and What's at Stake in Leicester
The 2026 International Championship qualifiers run from 17–19 September at the Mattioli Arena in Leicester, with players competing for places at the main event in Nanjing, China, later this autumn.
Brecel Breaks Duck as Northern Ireland Open Qualifiers Produce Drama in Leicester
Luca Brecel ended a barren run without a ranking event appearance by coming through the 2026 Northern Ireland Open qualifiers in Leicester, joined by Jordan Brown and a host of experienced professionals ahead of the Belfast showpiece.
Peter Devlin's Numbers Don't Lie: The Uncomfortable Truth About Snooker's Tiered Tour
Former tour professional Peter Devlin has sparked debate by highlighting a stark earnings disparity on the World Snooker Tour, pointing to figures that show Liam Davies earning less than Ronnie O'Sullivan despite winning more than three times as many matches this season.
Ali Carter Back in the Top 16: What It Means for UK Championship and Masters Qualification
Ali Carter has climbed nine places back into the top 16 following his English Open title victory, with major implications for UK Championship and Masters qualification.
Ali Carter Back in the Top 16: What It Means for UK Championship and Masters Qualification
Ali Carter has climbed nine places into the top 16 following his 2026 English Open triumph, with the UK Championship and Masters invitations now firmly in his sights.
Ali Carter Claims Seventh Ranking Title With Stunning English Open Comeback Against Mark Williams
Ali Carter produced a stunning second-session comeback to beat Mark Williams 9-6 and claim a seventh career ranking title at the 2026 English Open in Essex.
Carter's English Open Glory Fills the Champion of Champions Picture — With Two Spots Still to Claim
Ali Carter's 9-6 English Open victory over Mark Williams has earned him a seventh Champion of Champions invitation, making him the 14th player confirmed for the prestigious Leicester event in November.
Ali Carter Wins English Open at 47 — A Champion's Night in Brentwood
Ali Carter claimed his seventh ranking title with a stunning comeback victory over Mark Williams at the English Open, defeating the Welsh three-time world champion 9-6 in Brentwood to return to the world's top 16 at the age of 47.
Mike Ganley on Snooker's Culture: 'It's All About Respect'
Mike Ganley joined Shabnam Younus-Jewell on Framed: The Snooker Podcast to discuss the values he believes sit at the heart of the sport — with respect topping his list.
Efe Acikalin: The Turkish Trailblazer Bringing Snooker to a New Audience
Efe Acikalin's appearance on the Framed: The Snooker Podcast highlights the Turkish professional's role in bringing snooker to a new generation of fans — and what it means to pioneer a sport in an emerging market.
Williams Stages Stunning Five-Frame Comeback to Set Up Carter Final at English Open
Mark Williams came back from 1-5 down to beat Shaun Murphy 6-5 and will face Ali Carter in Sunday's English Open final — the first for both players in the event's history.
Williams vs Carter: A Final for the Romantics at the 2026 English Open
Mark Williams and Ali Carter contest Sunday's 2026 English Open final at the Brentwood Centre, with Williams chasing history as the oldest-ever ranking event winner and Carter bidding for a return to the top 16.
Murphy Edges Out Trump in Deciding Frame to Book English Open Semi-Final Spot
Shaun Murphy reached the English Open semi-finals with a nervy deciding-frame win over Judd Trump, who had levelled with a 112 clearance to force a decider. Murphy will face Mark Williams on Saturday evening after Williams defeated Liam Davies 6-3.
Williams Reaches 70th Ranking Semi-Final — But Admits He'd Rather Have Faced Anyone Else
Mark Williams reached a landmark 70th ranking event semi-final at the English Open, but the 51-year-old admitted he'd have preferred to beat almost anyone other than his young Welsh compatriot Liam Davies.
2026 English Open: Draw, Prize Money, Broadcast Details and What to Expect in Brentwood
The 2026 English Open gets underway in Brentwood this week, with defending champion Mark Allen absent and a £550,400 prize fund on offer at the fifth ranking event of the season.