26 m. ago Zhao Xintong v Mark Williams: World Snooker Championship final – live

Updates from the showpiece at the CrucibleMail Daniel with your thoughts | Sign up to The RecapWilliams 0-0 Xintong (0-22) “I’m always tinged with jealousy in my feelings when I’m in the box, not at the table,” says Stephen; the old mongrel never leaves. Then, off the break, Mark goes at a loose one, misses, and that is going to cost him. Zhao’s been so good in the balls this last fortnight, playing with rare power and precision, but the pressure he’s under now, seeking to become China’s first world champion, is of an entirely different order to anything he’s experienced before. But he seems entirely unaffected and already seems to fashioning a frame-winning opportunity.Our boyz baize! I cannot wait for this, and what an atmosphere in the Cruce. Zhao and Mark shake hands over the little lady, then it’s time to get going, The Cyclone to break. Continue reading...

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31 m. ago Mark Williams' staggering net worth, wife's public marriage admission and worsening health battle

The Welshman has defied the odds to make it to his fifth World Snooker Championship final, where he faces Zhao Xintong

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1 hour ago Judd Trump calls on snooker to stamp out rowdy ‘darts atmosphere’ at events

Beaten world semi-finalist unhappy with fan conductOne spectator yelled: ‘Can’t miss that Judd’ during matchJudd Trump has urged snooker’s authorities to act immediately to stamp out rowdy fan behaviour and avoid fostering a “darts atmosphere” at the sport’s biggest events.Trump was visibly annoyed after a spectator shouted “can’t miss that Judd” during a crucial phase of his World Snooker Championship semi-final defeat by Mark Williams at the Crucible. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago What time is the World Snooker Championship final on TV and who's in it?

The final of the tournament at the Crucible takes place today

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3 h. ago Mark Williams v Zhao Xintong LIVE: Fascinating World Snooker Championship final begins at the Crucible

Mark Williams becomes the oldest finalist in history as he takes on Zhao Xintong, who hoping to become the first Chinese world champion after returning from a ban

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3 h. ago Mark Williams forced to issue apology during BBC interview after Snooker Champs victory

Mark Williams secured his place in the final of the snooker World Championships after a 17-14 win over Judd Trump, and the Welshman let slip a swear word in his post-match interview

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4 h. ago Snooker World Championship 2025 Sunday Final: Prize money, full TV schedule, trophy

It’s the first day of the final at Sheffield’s Crucible Theatre, with two men dreaming of winning the biggest prize in the world of snooker.

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4 h. ago Zhao Xintong’s snooker ban and Ronnie O’Sullivan verdict ahead of World Championship final

Chinese snooker star Zhao Xintong takes on Mark Williams in the Snooker World Championship on Sunday afternoon at the Crucible with a thrilling match expected between the two

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5 h. ago Meet World Snooker Championship final ref Desislava Bozhilova who clashed with Ronnie O'Sullivan

Bulgarian official Desislava Bozhilova will fulfil a 'dream' when she becomes only the second woman to referee the World Snooker Championship final at the Crucible in Sheffield

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5 h. ago Judd Trump's true colours emerge in private message after Mark Williams defeat

Mark Williams will face Zhao Xintong in the World Snooker Championship final after beating Judd Trump in the semi-finals on Saturday evening

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7 h. ago Snooker Champs final ref Desislava Bozhilova's secret passion and Ronnie O'Sullivan tension

Bulgarian official Desislava Bozhilova will be in charge of this year’s World Snooker Championship final, with her secret cooking passion and past irks with Ronnie O’Sullivan

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7 h. ago Meet Desislava Bozhilova: World Snooker Championship final referee who was told 'just chill' by Ronnie O'Sullivan

Bulgarian Bozhilova will become the first woman to take charge of all three Triple Crown finals

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10 h. ago World Snooker Championship 2025: Results, draw and final schedule in full

Zhao Xintong and Mark Williams square off in snooker’s showpiece

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14 h. ago What time is Mark Williams vs Zhao Xintong at World Snooker Championship today? TV channel and live stream

Mark Williams is in the hunt for a fourth title

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15 h. ago Judd Trump v Mark Williams LIVE: Williams triumphs in tense clash to set up World Snooker Championship final against Zhao

Mark Williams beats Judd Trump 17-14 in a captivating semi-final to reach another Crucible final at the age of 50, where he will face Chinese star Zhao Xintong

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16 h. ago Mark Williams beats Judd Trump to set up tantalising final with Zhao Xintong

Welshman hits four centuries in 17-14 win over world No 1Williams: ‘I can’t believe I’m in another final’Mark Williams produced a vintage performance to beat the world No 1, Judd Trump, and book his place in the final of the World Snooker Championship in Sheffield.Williams, 50, who is bidding to win his fourth title and become the oldest champion in tournament history, rolled back the years as he compiled four centuries and 10 breaks over 50 in a 17-14 victory at the Crucible. Continue reading...

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21 h. ago Judd Trump issues complaint to snooker referee in Mark Williams match as he doubles down

Judd Trump complained to the referee during his World Snooker Championship semi-final clash with Mark Williams at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield on Saturday

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22 h. ago Ronnie O'Sullivan's rival says one decision led to 'certain defeat' against Zhao Xintong

Ronnie O'Sullivan made drastic changes to his cue during his World Snooker Championship semi-final against Zhao Xintong but went on to lose with a session to spare

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23 h. ago Judd Trump moans at referee during Mark Williams clash at World Snooker Championship

Judd Trump was in a heated discussion with the referee at the end of the 17th frame of his World Snooker Championship semi-final with Mark Williams

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25 h. ago Ronnie O’Sullivan plans new life in Middle East after sorry semi

‘I’m moving out of the UK – a new life somewhere else’Williams leads Trump 13-11 after morning sessionRonnie O’Sullivan is preparing to start “a new life somewhere else”, revealing he will soon be moving to the Middle East after crashing out of the World Snooker Championship with a heavy semi-final defeat.O’Sullivan’s bid for an eighth Crucible crown ended in a humiliating 17-7 loss to Zhao Xintong with a session to spare on Friday after the Chinese star won all eight frames in the morning before finishing the job in the evening. Continue reading...

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