The 2020 World Championship could yet be played in front of an audience at the famed Crucible Theatre later this month as discussions remain ongoing with the UK government around the possibility of safely welcoming spectators. The World Snooker Tour (WST) chairman Barry Hearn remains "determined to explore every avenue" and all ticket holders are being contacted to state whether they want to be considered for a seat in the reduced capacity audience. Read More"Detailed discussions with the relevant organisations are ongoing and we are determined to explore every avenue," Hearn said. "We realise that to attend the World Championship is a once in a lifetime experience for many fans. We have already staged two successful snooker events in recent weeks and led the way in terms of the return of live sport."

Source: Irish Independent July 06, 2020 13:41 UTC