The world of snooker has many characters and is played with a cue. It is a popular sport on television and is very popular among armchair potters. It has a rich history and has been played for centuries. The World Snooker Championship is the oldest and richest tournament in snooker. The prize money is PS500,000.
Snooker is a game with many characters
There are many characters in the story of snooker. Since the 1980s when snooker was first popularized, it has become a national obsession surpassing football in popularity. The characters have elevated the game to a level of drama that has helped it reach the public conscience. 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. In fact, there was even one player who never won a major tournament. But, this player was considered to be a "future-star" when he first started the game.
It is played by a cue
Snooker is a sport where the game is played with a cue and a ball. There are rules that govern each shot. You must choose your shot if you want to hit the ball without causing a foul. To make the shot, hit the cue ball in an angle against the bumpers on the table so the ball is just right where you want it to be.
Curved is the shape of the cue. The cue has a curved tip made from chalk, a soft material. This chalk is different to the chalk that is used on chalkboards. The cue also includes a baton which is attached to the back of it and makes the cue lengthier. The baton can be used to make long shots. A stick with an X shaped head is another equipment piece used in snooker. This can be used to keep the ball from falling out of reach.
It's televised
Snooker is televised across several countries. The United Kingdom can watch the game on BBC One, BBC Two and BBC iPlayer. Major events are also broadcast on Eurosport or Discovery+. The game can be viewed on DAZN in the United States. The BBC in Europe and ITV in the United States also cover the sport.
The World Championship, which is held every Spring in Sheffield, is the biggest tournament in the world. It's televised live, and last year's final was seen by an audience of four million people. Other events include the UK Championship in York and the Masters, which features an elite 16-man field.