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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lawrence Ostlere

World Snooker Championship prize money: How much do the players earn at the Crucible?

Zhao Xintong celebrates with the World Snooker Championship trophy after winning in 2025 - (Getty)

The 2026 World Snooker Championship will see 32 players battle for the sport’s biggest prize, with prestige and plenty of money on the line at the Crucible Theatre.

Every player in the main draw will win at least £20,000, and the winner of the tournament will take home a cheque for half a million pounds – not bad for two weeks’ work.

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