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The 2024 World Snooker Championship is set to kick off at the iconic Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, with 17 days of thrilling action ahead. The tournament will see the best snooker players in the world battle it out for the prestigious title, with Ronnie O’Sullivan leading the pack as the favorite to claim his record eighth world title.

O’Sullivan, who is on the brink of making history, has had a phenomenal season so far, winning both the UK Championship and Masters. A victory at the Crucible would not only secure him his eighth world title but also see him join an elite group of players who have won the three triple crown events in a single season. The Rocket is in top form and will be looking to cement his legacy as one of the greatest snooker players of all time.

However, O’Sullivan will face tough competition from the likes of Luca Brecel, the reigning champion, who will be looking to defend his title. Other contenders include Judd Trump, Mark Allen, and Mark Selby, all of whom have been in impressive form this season.

The tournament promises to be full of drama and excitement, with the top 16 players in the world automatically qualifying for the event, along with 16 players who came through qualifying. The prize fund for the championship is a whopping £2,395,000, with the winner set to take home £500,000.

Snooker fans can catch all the action live on the BBC, with matches being broadcast on BBC Two, BBC Four, the BBC red button, BBC iPlayer, and the BBC Sport website. The tournament will also be available on Eurosport in the UK, with subscribers able to stream the matches online via the Discovery+ app.

With a star-studded line-up and a huge prize fund up for grabs, the 2024 World Snooker Championship is set to be a thrilling and unforgettable event for fans and players alike. Don’t miss out on the action and make sure to tune in to witness snooker history in the making.