One of the biggest events in the snooker calendar is back for another year, as the world’s best players head to Sheffield for a jam-packed two weeks of intense competition. The 2026 World Championships will take place at the iconic Crucible Theatre, with the first frame kicking off on Saturday, April 18, and culminating in the grand final on May 3 and 4.
Fans can catch all the thrilling action live across the BBC. Television coverage will be broadcast on BBC One, BBC Two, and BBC Four. Comprehensive coverage will also be readily available on BBC iPlayer, ensuring you don’t miss a single moment. Live updates will be provided via the BBC Sport website, while BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds will offer regular coverage throughout the two-week tournament.
How to Watch the 2026 Snooker World Championships
Here’s a detailed look at the broadcast schedule:
Tuesday, April 21
BBC Two: 10am – 12.15pm and 2.15pm – 6pm
BBC Four: 7pm – 10pm
Wednesday, April 22
BBC Two: 10am – 11.15am and 2.15pm – 6pm
BBC Four: 7pm – 10pm
Thursday, April 23
BBC Two: 1pm – 5pm
BBC Four: 7pm – 10pm
Friday, April 24
BBC Two: 10am – 12pm and 2.14pm – 6pm
BBC Four: 7pm – 10pm
Saturday, April 25
BBC Two: 10am – 12.05pm
BBC One: 2pm – 4.30pm
BBC Two: 4.30pm – 5.15pm
BBC Four: 7pm – 10pm
Sunday, April 26
BBC Two: 10am – 12.30pm and 3pm – 6pm
BBC Four: 7pm – 10pm
Monday, April 27
BBC Two: 3pm – 5pm
BBC Four: 7pm – 10pm
Quarter-Finals
Tuesday, April 28
BBC Two: 10am – 12.15pm, 2.15pm – 6pm and 7pm – 10pm
Wednesday, April 29
BBC Two: 10am – 12.15pm, 2.15pm – 6pm and 7pm – 10pm
Semi-Finals
Thursday, April 30
BBC Two: 1pm – 4pm and 7pm – 10pm
Friday, May 1
BBC Two: 10am – 12.00pm, 2.15pm – 6pm and 7pm – 10pm
Saturday, May 2
BBC Two: 10am – 12.30pm
BBC One: 2pm – 4.30pm
BBC Two: 4.30pm – 5.30pm and 7pm – 10pm
Finals
Sunday, May 3
BBC Two: 1pm – 4pm
BBC Two: 7pm – 10pm
Monday, May 4
BBC Two: 1pm – 4pm and 7pm – 10pm
For the full match schedule, please visit BBC Sport.
BBC iPlayer Coverage
Every match, from the opening round to the final, will be shown in its entirety on BBC iPlayer, ensuring fans can watch every potted ball. For more in-depth analysis and highlights, tune into Snooker: The Masters Extra every night on BBC Two and iPlayer.
Radio Coverage
BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra, and BBC Sounds will provide regular live updates and commentary throughout the Championship.
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