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<\/b> will take place at the iconic Crucible Theatre<\/b>, with the first frame kicking off on Saturday, April 18<\/b>, and culminating in the grand final on May 3 and 4<\/b>.<\/p>\n
Fans can catch all the thrilling action live across the BBC<\/b>. Television coverage will be broadcast on BBC One, BBC Two, and BBC Four<\/b>. Comprehensive coverage will also be readily available on BBC iPlayer<\/b>, ensuring you don’t miss a single moment. Live updates will be provided via the BBC Sport website<\/b>, while BBC Radio 5 Live<\/b> and BBC Sounds<\/b> will offer regular coverage throughout the two-week tournament.<\/p>\nHow to Watch the 2026 Snooker World Championships<\/h3>\n
Here’s a detailed look at the broadcast schedule:<\/p>\n
Tuesday, April 21<\/b>
BBC Two: 10am – 12.15pm and 2.15pm – 6pm
BBC Four: 7pm – 10pm<\/p>\n
Wednesday, April 22<\/b>
BBC Two: 10am – 11.15am and 2.15pm – 6pm
BBC Four: 7pm – 10pm<\/p>\n
Thursday, April 23<\/b>
BBC Two: 1pm – 5pm
BBC Four: 7pm – 10pm<\/p>\n
Friday, April 24<\/b>
BBC Two: 10am – 12pm and 2.14pm – 6pm
BBC Four: 7pm – 10pm<\/p>\n
Saturday, April 25<\/b>
BBC Two: 10am – 12.05pm
BBC One: 2pm – 4.30pm
BBC Two: 4.30pm – 5.15pm
BBC Four: 7pm – 10pm<\/p>\n
Sunday, April 26<\/b>
BBC Two: 10am – 12.30pm and 3pm – 6pm
BBC Four: 7pm – 10pm<\/p>\n
Monday, April 27<\/b>
BBC Two: 3pm – 5pm
BBC Four: 7pm – 10pm<\/p>\nQuarter-Finals<\/h3>\n
Tuesday, April 28<\/b>
BBC Two: 10am – 12.15pm, 2.15pm – 6pm and 7pm – 10pm<\/p>\n
Wednesday, April 29<\/b>
BBC Two: 10am – 12.15pm, 2.15pm – 6pm and 7pm – 10pm<\/p>\nSemi-Finals<\/h3>\n
Thursday, April 30<\/b>
BBC Two: 1pm – 4pm and 7pm – 10pm<\/p>\n
Friday, May 1<\/b>
BBC Two: 10am – 12.00pm, 2.15pm – 6pm and 7pm – 10pm<\/p>\n
Saturday, May 2<\/b>
BBC Two: 10am – 12.30pm
BBC One: 2pm – 4.30pm
BBC Two: 4.30pm – 5.30pm and 7pm – 10pm<\/p>\nFinals<\/h3>\n
Sunday, May 3<\/b>
BBC Two: 1pm – 4pm
BBC Two: 7pm – 10pm<\/p>\n
Monday, May 4<\/b>
BBC Two: 1pm – 4pm and 7pm – 10pm<\/p>\n
For the full match schedule, please visit BBC Sport<\/b>.<\/p>\nBBC iPlayer Coverage<\/h3>\n
Every match, from the opening round to the final, will be shown in its entirety on BBC iPlayer<\/b>, ensuring fans can watch every potted ball. For more in-depth analysis and highlights, tune into Snooker: The Masters Extra<\/b> every night on BBC Two<\/b> and iPlayer<\/b>.<\/p>\nRadio Coverage<\/h3>\n
BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra, and BBC Sounds<\/b> will provide regular live updates and commentary throughout the Championship.<\/p>\n
#Snooker #WorldChampionships #CrucibleTheatre #BBCSnooker #Sport #LiveSnooker #Snooker2026 #BBCSport #CueSports #Sheffield<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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