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World Women's Snooker Championship Returns to Changping in May 2026 with Brand-New Venue

World Women's Snooker Championship Returns to Changping in May 2026 with Brand-New Venue

The 2026 World Women's Snooker Championship has been confirmed for Dongguan Changping, China, running from 12–19 May at a brand-new purpose-built venue, with two-time defending champion Bai Yulu set to return as world number one.

Jonathan Ashby·
Crucible Confirmed Until 2045: The Best News Snooker Has Had in Years

Crucible Confirmed Until 2045: The Best News Snooker Has Had in Years

The World Snooker Championship is confirmed at the Crucible Theatre until at least 2045, with a £45 million redevelopment also planned for the iconic Sheffield venue.

Andrew Blakely·
Crucible Secures £45m Revamp as World Championship Home Until 2045

Crucible Secures £45m Revamp as World Championship Home Until 2045

The World Snooker Championship will remain at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre until at least 2045 following a new long-term deal backed by £45m of investment, including a capacity increase of up to 500 additional seats.

Jonathan Ashby·
Snooker World Championship Confirmed at Crucible Until 2045 as Sport Celebrates Landmark Deal

Snooker World Championship Confirmed at Crucible Until 2045 as Sport Celebrates Landmark Deal

The World Snooker Championship will remain at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre until at least 2045 after the World Snooker Tour and Sheffield City Council confirmed a landmark long-term agreement on Tuesday.

Jonathan Ashby·
The Crucible Is Getting a £45m Facelift — And Snooker's Soul Stays in Sheffield

The Crucible Is Getting a £45m Facelift — And Snooker's Soul Stays in Sheffield

A £45 million refurbishment will add up to 500 seats to Sheffield's iconic Crucible Theatre, securing the World Snooker Championship at its spiritual home until at least 2045.

Emma Richards·
Hawkins: Crucible History Is Irreplaceable, But Snooker Needs the Upgrade

Hawkins: Crucible History Is Irreplaceable, But Snooker Needs the Upgrade

Barry Hawkins has described his 'mixed feelings' about the Crucible, acknowledging the venue's unrivalled history whilst suggesting the sport may need a larger, modernised stage to secure major sponsorship and sustain long-term growth.

Jonathan Ashby·

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