25th June

Global snooker updates from this week in an easy 5-minute read

June 25, 2026

Championship League Snooker Kicks Off New Season in Leicester

The 2025–26 snooker season concluded with several milestones, and the new 2026–27 campaign opened June 22 with the Championship League at Leicester Arena. World number three Zhao Xintong enters as top seed, one of just four top-16 players competing, alongside Kyren Wilson, Chris Wakelin, and Si Jiahui. Defending champion Stephen Maguire returns after beating Joe O'Connor in last year's final, hunting his seventh career ranking title. The event offers newcomers valuable experience and a Champion of Champions berth for the winner.

Kyren Wilson Withdraws From Championship League After Home Burglary

The 2026 Championship League, running June 22 to July 15 at Leicester Arena, is underway as the season's first ranking event. Ian Burns won Group 2, played June 23, advancing to Stage 2. Dylan Emery topped Group 3 a day earlier, but the match was overshadowed when Kyren Wilson withdrew after just one game, having learned his home had been burgled. The £328,000 tournament continues with group matches scheduled through early July ahead of the Stage 2 knockouts.

Taom Snooker Chalk now available

Taom Round Chalk | Snooker 247

Taom Chalk – The Professional’s Choice Taom Chalk is a revolutionary performance chalk trusted by professional pool and snooker players worldwide. Engineered in Finland, it delivers exceptional grip, reduced miscues, and minimal residue on balls and cloth. Unlike traditional chalk, Taom’s unique formula combines clean application with long-lasting consistency, ensuring players enjoy maximum control and confidence with every shot. Whether you’re competing at the highest level or perfecting your game, Taom Chalk sets the standard for precision and reliability in cue sports. Each box contains 9 pieces of Taom chalk

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