World Snooker Championship 2025: Results, draw and schedule in full
Ronnie O'Sullivan has admitted he could still withdraw as he bids for a record eighth title at the Crucible
www.independent.co.ukHere’s the latest on the World Snooker Championship timetable.
- The event typically runs at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, with rounds spread over mid-April to early May. Final sessions are traditionally held over two days in early May, with the final often deciding on the last day. This structure has been consistent in recent years.[3][5]
- For 2025, schedules circulated with rounds from April 19 onward and a final around May 4–5, featuring Zhao Xintong vs. Mark Williams in the final as noted in published schedules. Please verify the exact dates and session times for 2026, as they can shift annually.[1][3]
- The 2026 timetable materials referenced publicly include round-by-round date ranges (e.g., rounds in late April, semifinals early May, final in the first weekend of May) and daily order of play updates. Check the latest official or major sport outlets for the precise 2026 order of play.[8][10]
Illustration: Typical day at the Crucible
- Round One sessions morning and afternoon, with high-profile matches spaced across days.
- Quarterfinals and semifinals concentrated over a few days, culminating in a two-session final. This pattern helps accommodate time zones and broadcasting.
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