World Snooker Championship 2026

The tournament at the Crucible has been marked by both high-quality play and off-table drama.

Shaun Murphy has called for an investigation after being distracted by a sudden burst of light during his first-round win, an incident he described as 'Lightgate.' Meanwhile, Iranian star Hossein Vafaei admitted he is struggling to focus on his campaign as conflict continues in his home country.

Former champion Stephen Hendry has also faced criticism from players for his constant 'put downs' during his role as a BBC pundit.