The 2026/27 snooker season launches on Wednesday with the 2026 China Open qualifiers taking place at the Mattioli Arena in Leicester.
Ranking
Three players poised to overtake world no.1 Judd Trump in rankings race
Judd Trump will begin the 2026/27 snooker season as world number one, but his grip on the sport’s top ranking position appears increasingly vulnerable.
Who will be the next first-time ranking event winner in snooker?
The 2025/26 snooker season was a record-breaking one in that there were 15 different champions across the 18 ranking events that were staged.
How the rankings look after the 2026 World Snooker Championship
Wu Yize has risen to number four in the world snooker rankings after emerging victoriously in one of the most dramatic World Championship finals in history.
Wu Yize wins classic 2026 World Championship final in deciding frame
Wu Yize beat Shaun Murphy 18-17 to win an enthralling 2026 World Snooker Championship final at the Crucible Theatre.
World title on the line as Wu Yize and Shaun Murphy prepare for Crucible finale
Wu Yize stands on the brink of global glory after orchestrating a 10-7 lead over Shaun Murphy in the 2026 World Snooker Championship final at the Crucible Theatre.
2026 World Snooker Championship final preview: Shaun Murphy vs Wu Yize
Experience versus youth will provide the backdrop to a mouthwatering showdown between Shaun Murphy and Wu Yize in the 2026 World Snooker Championship final.
‘Mature’ Shaun Murphy outlasts John Higgins to reach fifth Crucible final
Shaun Murphy conjured a magical fight back to defeat John Higgins 17-15 in an engrossing semi-final at the 2026 World Snooker Championship on Saturday in Sheffield.
Crucible semi-finals set for thrilling climax on Saturday in Sheffield
By the end of Saturday’s play at the Crucible, the semi-finals will have concluded and the two finalists at the 2026 World Snooker Championship will finally be known.
2026 World Snooker Championship: Semi-finals preview and predictions
Only four players remain in the hunt for the 2026 World Snooker Championship title as the semi-finals take centre stage at the Crucible Theatre.