Major snooker tournament cancelled in blow for players as statement released
It's bad news for snooker fans.
www.express.co.ukHere’s the latest I can confirm:
- The Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters has been cancelled for the 2026/27 season, marking the end of the event after only two editions. This decision came via a World Snooker Tour statement and has prompted disappointment among players.[3][7][8]
Key details:
- The event, pitched as a fourth major on the World Snooker Tour, had a prize fund around £2.3 million and attracted top players; its cancellation ends that lucrative opportunity for ranking points and prize money.[7][3]
- Reactions from players were negative, with criticism directed at how the cancellation was communicated and the abrupt nature of the news.[8]
Context/related notes:
- Prior coverage had highlighted the Saudi partnership as long-term, but recent reports indicate Saudi sports investment strategy reviews have influenced this outcome, and reports around 2025–2026 discussed postponements and eventual discontinuation of future editions.[4][3][7]
- For historical context, the event previously saw high-profile finals and large prize pools, including notable performances in 2024–2025 editions.[2]
If you’d like, I can pull together a one-page summary with dates, prize breakdown, and player reactions, or track any follow-up statements from the World Snooker Tour.