Betfred World Snooker Championship

The World Championship, sponsored by Betfred, is snooker’s most important event, and one of the highlights of the sporting calendar. Since 1977, the tournament as been staged at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, renowned for its unique and intense atmosphere.

For 17 days each year, the very best on the planet go through a test of endurance, skill and mental toughness with an ultimate goal: to lift snooker’s most famous and coveted trophy.