Tag: Barry Hearn
Barry Hearn warns World Snooker Championship will leave The Crucible and addresses Saudi speculation
Barry Hearn has issued an ultimatum to Sheffield City Council – find a bigger venue or the World Snooker Championship will be taken elsewhere. Hearn, president of Matchroom Sport, says he wants the World Championship to remain in Sheffield, but only on the basis that a bigger venue can be provided. The city has hosted […]
WST Chairman Barry Hearn has hit out at Anthony Hamilton’s eleventh-hour withdrawal from the World Snooker Championship due to health concerns. Hamilton came through the qualifying rounds on Monday to secure a first Crucible appearance since 2008, but has now made a rapid u-turn to pull out of the prestigious tournament. Hamilton suffers from Asthma […]