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A multitude of legends is gearing up to take their cue sticks out as the World Seniors Snooker Championship returns for its 2025 edition!
Igor Figueiredo surpassed expectations last year by securing his first seniors title in Sheffield.
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The Brazilian fixture ousted the defending champion and British favorite Jimmy White before triumphing over Ken Doherty 5-2 in an exhilarating final.
Figueiredo prepares to return, seeking to defend his title in Sheffield.
Nonetheless, the reigning champion will face numerous formidable rivals once again.
SunSport is excited to announce the participants taking part in this year’s thrilling event.
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Who is competing in the 2025 World Seniors Snooker Championship?
Fans can anticipate watching defending champion Igor Figueiredo, English legend Jimmy White, and Malta’s top snooker player, Tony Drago.
Additionally, there will be a yet-to-be-announced golden ticket player.
Here is the full roster of competitors slated to participate this year:
- Igor Figueiredo
- Jimmy White
- Tony Drago
- Ken Doherty
- Joe Perry
- Fabio Luersen
- Dominic Dale
- Craig Steadman
- Wayne Townsend
- Aaron Canavan
- Andrew Norman
- Charl Jonck
- Gerard Greene
- Tony Knowles
- Hassan Kerde
- Golden ticket tbc
When does the 2025 World Seniors Snooker Championship start?
The 2025 World Seniors Snooker Championship is scheduled to commence on Wednesday, May 7.
This event takes place just TWO days following the conclusion of the World Snooker Championship, where the Chinese star Zhao Xintong is set to compete against Welshman Mark Williams in the final.
Sadly, the World Seniors Snooker Championship 2025 lasts only five days, concluding on Sunday, May 11.
The venue will once again be the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.
What has been discussed?
There were concerns regarding the potential continuation of the World Seniors Snooker Championship 2025 at The Crucible.
Fortunately, those concerns have been addressed with positive news.
Chairman of World Seniors Snooker, Jason Francis, remarked, “It’s wonderful to confirm that our Championship will remain in Sheffield at the Crucible.
“Our strategic partnership with the council enables World Seniors Snooker to showcase everything remarkable about Sheffield.
“This year, in addition to repeating our Seniors of Sheffield Day, we are also hosting a Business and Youth of Sheffield Day, along with our collaboration with Sheffield Hallam University.”
