The Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters won’t be returning after just two editions, and while that might not come as a huge shock, it does leave the sport with a few awkward questions to answer.
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The latest feature articles, opinion pieces, and other commentary related to ongoing snooker news and headlines from the professional and amateur game.
The chase for eight: The enduring pull of Ronnie O’Sullivan at the Crucible
Ronnie O’Sullivan launches his latest bid to capture a record-breaking eighth world title on Tuesday afternoon.
Who are the Crucible debutants at the 2026 World Snooker Championship?
While the spotlight naturally falls on the title favourites, the early rounds of the World Snooker Championship often introduce new names to a wider audience.
Top 10: Players who never won a World Snooker Championship
It has become a tradition around this time of the year on SnookerHQ.com to publish a top ten list of players who have never won a World Snooker Championship.
G’night JV: A tribute to John Virgo, the voice of snooker
The snooker world has lost one of its most recognisable and best-loved figures as John Virgo – player, presenter, commentator, and lifelong ambassador for the game – has died at the age of 79.
Another day, another 147: Is snooker overdoing the perfect break?
Another day, another maximum 147 break – except this time there were two, with both compiled at Championship League Snooker on Wednesday in Leicester.
Top 10 most read snooker articles of 2025
We conclude our end-of-year review with a look back at some of the most read snooker articles from 2025 on this website.
Who was the snooker player of the year in 2025?
Selecting the SnookerHQ Player of the Year is rarely straightforward, but 2025 has been especially difficult to call.
2025 snooker review: this year’s highs
While 2025 had its share of uncomfortable moments that we touched on last time, this year in snooker also delivered plenty to celebrate.
2025 snooker review: this year’s lows
It’s time for the annual SnookerHQ.com highs and lows, and there are many talking points over the course of 2025 in snooker to recall.