Mark Allen insisted there were “positives to take” from the 2026 World Snooker Championship despite suffering heartache in a crushing semi-final defeat to Wu Yize.
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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.
Ronnie O’Sullivan captures 2026 World Seniors Snooker Championship title
Ronnie O’Sullivan won the 2026 World Seniors Snooker Championship on Sunday with a 10-4 triumph over Joe Perry at the Crucible Theatre.
Neil Robertson blasts latest World Snooker Tour Hall of Fame selections
Neil Robertson has criticised the latest additions to the World Snooker Tour Hall of Fame following the inductions of Zhao Xintong and Mark Allen.
Ronnie O’Sullivan reaches seniors semis after Guinness World Records recognition
Ronnie O’Sullivan made his debut at a World Seniors Snooker Championship on Friday – securing a brace of victories in the 2026 event at the Crucible Theatre.
Two former champions advance as World Seniors Championship gets under way
Igor Figueiredo and Aaron Canavan both won their opening matches as the 2026 World Seniors Snooker Championship commenced on Wednesday evening.
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.