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2025 World Snooker Championship Kicks Off With Wilson Opening Title Defense

Kyren Wilson faces Lei Peifan as the tournament begins, while Ronnie O’Sullivan confirms participation but hints at uncertainty.

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Chinese players make up 13 of the world’s top 50 – and most of them have moved to live in Sheffield

Overview

  • Defending champion Kyren Wilson begins his campaign against Lei Peifan, aiming to break the long-standing 'Crucible curse' of first-time winners failing to defend their title.
  • Ronnie O’Sullivan, a seven-time champion, has confirmed his participation but remains noncommittal about completing the tournament due to ongoing struggles with form and mental health.
  • World No. 1 Judd Trump, widely considered a favorite, starts his bid for a second world title against Zhou Yuelong on Tuesday.
  • A record 10 Chinese players, including Zhao Xintong and Si Jiahui, have qualified, raising hopes for the first Chinese world champion in the tournament’s history.
  • The championship, running from April 19 to May 5 at Sheffield’s Crucible Theatre, boasts a £2.395 million prize fund, with £500,000 awarded to the winner.