Snooker is a multifaceted game that involves a cue. It is a televised sport and has become popular with armchair potters. The sport has a rich past and has been played since ancient times. The World Snooker Championship is the oldest and richest tournament in snooker. The winner will receive PS500,000 in prize money.
snooker has a cast of characters
The story of the game of snooker is often filled with colorful characters. Snooker, which was popularized in the 1980s has become a national obsession. It surpasses football for popularity. The characters have elevated the game to a level of drama that has helped it reach the public conscience. A BBC documentary series has also made snooker famous, with its portrayal of the game's stars as soap opera characters.
Many of these characters are from backgrounds that are very different. For example, the world championship is contested by a number of players who were not necessarily born champions. Even one player never won a major championship. This player was regarded as a "future Star" after he started playing the game.
It is played with a cue
Snooker is a game that involves a cue and a stick. Each shot is governed by rules. If you want to be able to hit the ball and not cause a foul, then the first thing you must do is choose your shot. 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.
The cue is curved. Chalk is used to make the curving tip. This chalk is different than the kind of chalk that is used on blackboards. Another part of the cue is a baton that fits over the back of the cue and makes the cue longer. The baton can be used to make long shots. A stick with an X shaped head is another equipment piece used in snooker. This is used to stop the ball from getting out of reach.
It will be televised
Snooker can be viewed on television in many countries. The United Kingdom has two broadcast channels that can show the game: BBC One and BBC Two. Major events can also be aired on Discovery+ and Eurosport. DAZN is the American television channel that broadcasts the game. The BBC and ITV Europe also cover the sport.
The World Championship is the world's largest tournament. It takes place every spring in Sheffield. It is televised live. The final of last year's tournament was seen by a record four million viewers. The Masters is another event that takes place in York, the UK Championship. It features a elite 16-man field.