Over the past week, several significant events have unfolded in the world of billiards:
Snooker:
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World Snooker Championship 2026: The tournament concluded with Wu Yize defeating Shaun Murphy 18-17 in a thrilling final at the Crucible. Murphy had previously overcome John Higgins in the semi-finals, while Wu edged out Mark Allen in a dramatic decider. Defending champion Zhao Xintong was eliminated by Murphy in the quarter-finals, and seven-time world champion Ronnie O’Sullivan lost 13-12 to Higgins in the second round. (skysports.com)
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World Matchplay Championship: David Causier secured his sixth consecutive title by defeating Mike Russell 8-5 in the final at the SBI Academy in Carlow, Ireland. Causier had also won the Irish Open the previous weekend, showcasing his dominance in the sport. (snookerwins.co.uk)
Pool Billiards:
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Predator Euro Tour – Luxembourg Open 2026: From May 7 to 10, Luxembourg hosted the prestigious Predator Euro Tour at the GRIDX venue in Wickrange. The event featured a total prize fund of €80,700, with 192 male and 64 female players competing. Top international players like Joshua Filler, Daniel Maciol, and Moritz Neuhausen participated, alongside Luxembourg’s top player, Sam Wetzel. The finals took place on May 10 at 8:00 PM, with free admission for attendees. (today.rtl.lu)
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PBA50 Ballard Championship Finals: Jason Couch, Bill Rowe, and John Janawicz advanced to the finals of the PBA50 Ballard Championship, part of the PBA50 World Series of Bowling IV. Couch, the defending champion, had a standout performance, including a perfect 300 game during qualifying. The finals were scheduled to air on CBS Sports Network on May 9. (pba.com)
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Beasley Open 9-Ball in Raleigh: Venezuelan player Jesus Atencio clinched the 9-Ball Division title at the Beasley Open, a Matchroom World Nineball Tour ranking event held from April 14 to 19 at Brass Tap and Billiards in Raleigh, North Carolina. Atencio’s patient table presence led him through a competitive field to secure the championship. (quarterkingbilliards.com)
Upcoming Events:
- World Women’s Snooker Championship 2026: Scheduled from May 12 to 19 at the Changping Snooker Center in Dongguan, China, this tournament will feature the World Women’s Under-21 Snooker Championship and the World Women’s Seniors Championship. Bai Yulu, the defending champion, will aim to retain her title. (en.wikipedia.org)
These events highlight the dynamic and competitive nature of the billiards world, with players from around the globe showcasing their skills and vying for prestigious titles.
