World Snooker Championship 2026
About This Tournament
The most prestigious tournament in professional snooker held at the iconic Crucible Theatre. The winner receives £500,000, with the top 16 ranked players seeded directly to the main stage.
Tournament Details
Sport
Snooker
Venue
Sheffield, England
Start Date
April 18, 2026
End Date
May 4, 2026
Prize Pool
$2,500,000
Format
In-Person
Organizer
Crucible Theatre
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