Snooker Tour Championship 2024: What Fans Can Expect

Tour Championship Exclusively on British TV

The prestigious Snooker Tour Championship is set to kick off on April 1st in Manchester. However, German fans will be unable to watch the tournament live as no German TV channel has obtained the rights to broadcast it. The event will only be shown by the British channel ITV Sport, which is not available in Norway.

Eurosport’s Response

Eurosport stated that the Snooker World Championship qualifiers take precedence over the Tour Championship, leading to no broadcast of the latter in Norway. Surprisingly, the Tour Championship ends on April 7th, a day before the World Championship qualifiers begin, making it feasible to broadcast the event to German fans.

Prize Money and Schedule

The Tour Championship, taking place from April 1st to 7th in Manchester, features the top twelve players from the World Snooker Tour rankings. With a total prize pool of £500,000, the winner will receive £150,000 plus a £10,000 bonus for the highest break. The matches will be played in a “Best of 19” format.

Trump and O’Sullivan: Unbeatable Duo?

In the current snooker season, Ronnie O’Sullivan and Judd Trump have dominated the sport, each winning five titles. Trump’s consistency and mental strength have proven pivotal, making him a formidable opponent. O’Sullivan, although experiencing ups and downs, remains a force to be reckoned with when in peak form.

Betting Odds for the Tour Championship

Sports betting odds indicate a close competition for victory at the Tour Championship, with O’Sullivan and Trump leading as favorites. The odds stand at 2.63 for O’Sullivan and 3 for Trump, reflecting their strong performances in recent tournaments.

Final Thoughts

As the last tournament before the upcoming Snooker World Championship in Sheffield on April 20th, the Tour Championship serves as a crucial event for fans. With O’Sullivan and Trump potentially meeting in the final, their rivalry will be one to watch. Expert analysis positions them as front-runners for the World Championship, given their current form and skill sets.

Stay tuned for in-depth coverage of both the Tour Championship 2024 and the Snooker World Championship from our dedicated news team.