The world of snooker has many characters and is played with a cue. It's a popular televised sport that is loved by armchair potters. It has a rich history and has been played for centuries. The World Snooker Championship, the oldest and most important tournament in snooker, is also the richest. The winner will receive PS500,000 in prize money.
There are many characters to snooker
There are many characters in the story of snooker. Snooker, which was popularized in the 1980s has become a national obsession. It surpasses football for popularity. They have given the game a dramatic edge that has allowed it to reach the hearts of the people. The BBC's documentary series "Snooker" has made the game famous with its portrayal as soap opera characters of the game's stars.
Many of these characters have a contrasting background. One example is the fact that many of the players competing in the world championship are not necessarily born champions. One player even failed to win a major tournament. The player who played the first game was considered a future star.
It is played with a cue
Snooker, a sport that uses a cue ball and a paddle, is a form of snooker. Each shot is governed by rules. You must choose your shot if you want to hit the ball without causing a foul. You can make the shot by hitting the cue ball against the table bumpers so the ball is close to your desired position.
Curved is the shape of the cue. The cue has a curved tip made from chalk, a soft material. This chalk is not the same as chalk used on blackboards. Another part of the cue is a baton that fits over the back of the cue and makes the cue longer. Long shots can be made with the baton. A stick with a X-shaped head is another item of equipment used for snooker. This is used if the ball is too far away to be held.
It's televised
Snooker can be viewed on television in many countries. The game is available on BBC One and BBC Two in the United Kingdom as well as BBC iPlayer. Major events are also broadcast on Eurosport or Discovery+. DAZN provides the United States with the game. In Europe, the sport is also covered on ITV and BBC.
The World Championship in Sheffield is the most prestigious tournament. The World Championship is televised live and the final last year was seen by four million people. The Masters is another event that takes place in York, the UK Championship. It features a elite 16-man field.