2026 Wuhan Open: How To Watch, Key Dates & Why Xiao Guodong's Three-Peat Bid Makes This Essential Viewing
Everything You Need To Know Before Wuhan Gets Under Way
The 2026 Wuhan Open gets going on 23rd August and runs through to 29th August, with the central Chinese city of Wuhan — capital of Hubei Province — once again rolling out the red carpet for the world's finest snooker players. If you haven't already circled this one in your calendar, here's your nudge: the storyline alone is worth tuning in for.
The Big Story: Can Xiao Guodong Make It Three In A Row?
Xiao Guodong arrives in his homeland carrying the weight of genuine snooker history on his shoulders. The Chinese potter claimed the Wuhan title in both 2024 and 2025, and a third consecutive victory would cement his status as the tournament's defining champion. Back-to-back wins at any ranking event is a serious achievement — doing it three times running at a home tournament, in front of a passionate Chinese crowd, would be something else entirely. Keep a very close eye on the outright markets this week; Xiao's recent dominance here makes him a player the bookmakers simply cannot ignore, and value could emerge in the correct score and session betting markets as the draw unfolds.
How To Watch The 2026 Wuhan Open
Regardless of where you're based, there's a way to follow every frame of the action. Here's a full breakdown of your viewing options:
UK & Ireland
Fans in the United Kingdom and Ireland can catch all the coverage across TNT Sports and HBO Max. TNT Sports has been the home of live snooker for UK subscribers, so if you're already set up there, you're good to go. HBO Max provides the streaming alternative for those who prefer to watch on the move or on connected devices.
Mainland Europe & Selected Countries
Viewers across much of the continent are covered by Eurosport and HBO Max. The full list of eligible territories is extensive and includes major markets such as France, Germany, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Sweden and many more. Check whether your country is included — the complete list covers everywhere from Albania and Andorra right through to Turkey and Vatican City.
China & Asia-Pacific
Given that this is a home event for much of the field, it's no surprise that Chinese coverage is comprehensive. Domestic viewers can access the tournament via CCTV5, Huya, Migu, the CBSA-WPBSA Academy WeChat Channel (available on a pay-per-view basis), CBSA-WPBSA Academy Douyin. Elsewhere across the region, Hong Kong viewers can tune in through China Now Sports, Malaysia is served by Astro Supersport, Thailand by True Sport, and Taiwan through Sportcast.
Can't Find Coverage In Your Territory?
If none of the above applies to you, WST Play is your answer. The official World Snooker Tour streaming platform offers a wide range of live and on-demand content throughout the season and is available to sign up for now. Beyond the snooker itself, WST Play members also benefit from exclusive ticket priority access for UK events — a genuinely useful perk if you're planning to attend tournaments in person later in the season.
Why This Tournament Matters For Bettors
The Wuhan Open sits firmly within the full-ranking event calendar, which means world ranking points are very much on the line and the full tour field is in play. That translates to sharp, liquid betting markets across all the major bookmakers. With Xiao Guodong chasing history, expect his odds to be relatively short in the outrights — but the tournament draw and early-round results will throw up plenty of opportunity in match betting, handicap markets and the always-popular century break specials. We'll be covering the draw, the key first-round clashes and our best outright pick in full as the week develops, so keep this page bookmarked.
The 2026 Wuhan Open runs from 23rd to 29th August. Full match schedule and draw details are available via the official WST website.
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