World Snooker Championship 2026 Qualifiers: Key Matches and How to Watch

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:26:00 +0200

The 2026 World Snooker Championship qualifiers are underway, with top players vying for a spot at the prestigious tournament at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. The qualifiers, which started on April 6 and will run until April 15, are crucial for those hoping to secure a place in the main tournament, which begins on April 18. The qualifiers are being held at the English Institute of Sport in Sheffield. While 16 players automatically qualify based on world rankings, another 16 spots are determined through this intense qualifying process. Some well-known players, including six-time runner-up Jimmy White and 2007 champion Ken Doherty, are fighting to secure their places through qualification. Today's action (April 10) includes a full slate of exciting matches, with the likes of Marco Fu, Jordan Brown, and Liam Davies all in action. The qualifying rounds feature matches that are best of 19 frames, with players ranked between 81-144 battling it out for spots in the main tournament. Fans c