A tournament to published at 12:56 British Summer Time 5 May
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Final: Williams 6-11 Zhao
This is the final day of a frankly brilliant World Championship, which seems to have thrown up stories on all of its first 16 days - the "Crucible curse" striking again, Mark Allen's 147 break, a classic quarter-final between two icons of snooker and plenty more besides.
What will day 17 bring?
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World Snooker Championship: Mark Allen makes 147 break at Crucible
One more push for the titlepublished at 12:44 British Summer Time 5 May
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Final: Williams 6-11 Zhao
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It's finally here.
Day 17, the second day of the final, the conclusion of the 2025 World Snooker Championship.
Zhao Xintong, who is aiming to become the first player from China to win the world title, enjoyed the better of the first two sessions and will resume shortly in Sheffield with a five-frame advantage.
But 50-year-old Mark Williams, the oldest finalist in Crucible history, showed all of his battling qualities to edge the evening session 5-4 and give himself some hope of a fightback today.
It's the best of 35 frames, so that means the first to 18 will be crowned world champion.
The 2025 World Snooker Championship guidepublished at 16:48 British Summer Time 15 April
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BBC Sport
The 2025 World Snooker Championship at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.
BBC Sport has comprehensive live coverage of the championship on BBC One, BBC Two, BBC Four and Red Button, while every match will be shown in full on iPlayer, the BBC Sport website and the BBC Sport app.
The final takes place over two days starting on Sunday 4 May.
To read the full guide for draws, results and coverage, click here.
Get Inspired: How to get into snooker, billiards and poolpublished at 16:47 British Summer Time 15 April
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Get Inspired #GetInspired
Why get into snooker, billiards and pool?
They are non-, indoor sports which can be played competitively or socially.
Who is it for?
Snooker, billiards & pool are skilful games that can be played by anyone, regardless of age, gender or ability.
Is there a cheap option?
Many clubs allow you to borrow equipment and hip fees can be inexpensive.
Is it good for my health and wellbeing?
Cue sports provide a fun and sociable way to stay active, improve your concentration and increase your strength and muscle control.
Can I take it to another level?
Once you've mastered the skills, you could enter local league matches and amateur level competitions across the country.
Is there a disability option?
Cue sports are very inclusive as the rules and equipment are the same for able-bodied and disabled players.
Is there a family option?
Many clubs welcome junior . You can also play in teams and use a handicap scoring system.
Snooker, billiards and pool all offer different challenges, but from pubs to clubs to competition, they offer an accessible option for anyone hoping to pick up a cue.
It shouldn't be hard to find somewhere to hone your skills. What's more, an official snooker club finder, external was launched in 2018 to help you find the perfect place to play.
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'One of the best shots I've ever seen!' Brecel takes the opener with a sensational pot