31st July

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

July 31, 2025

Zhang maximum number four

Zhang Anda produced the fourth 147 maximum break of his career, electrifying the Shanghai Masters audience. Facing fellow Chinese star Ding Junhui, Zhang delivered a flawless run in front of a sold‑out crowd. His achievement came as the pinnacle of snooker excellence, underlining his growing prowess on the World Snooker Tour. The performance secured him the high‑break bonus and firmly placed him among snooker’s elite. It marks a highlight in the tournament and a career milestone for Zhang, demonstrating his ability to deliver magic on the game’s grandest stages.

2026 Asia-Pacific Seniors Championship

Snooker fans and top cueists are in for an electrifying week in 2026 as the Asia-Pacific Seniors Snooker Championship and the Pot Black Open take centre stage at Club Forster on NSW’s Mid North Coast. Scheduled from 2–8 February 2026, the action begins with the Seniors event (2–5 February), open to players aged 40+, with the winner earning the chance to represent the Asia-Pacific region at the 2026 World Seniors Championship in Sheffield. Following this is the Pot Black Open, a national ranking event open to all ages, promising world-class competition and a coastal getaway in scenic Forster.

Blog article of the week

The Snooker Break: Strategy, Shot Selection, and Positional Play | Snooker 247

The snooker break is the first shot of every frame, a deceptively simple yet crucial moment that can shape the course of the game. Whether you're a club-level enthusiast or aspiring professional, mastering the break is essential for setting the tone and gaining early control. In this article, we’ll dive into the best strategies for the break, which balls to target, how the cue ball (white ball) typically behaves depending on your approach, and key percentage outcomes based on top-level play.Unde

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Snooker Venue of the Week

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