Murphy vs Wu Yize: Masters Clash of Champion & Rising Star
Defending champion Shaun Murphy hails debutant Wu Yize as 'one of the highest potential players I've ever seen' ahead of their Masters first-round clash at Alexandra Palace.
Defending champion Shaun Murphy hails debutant Wu Yize as 'one of the highest potential players I've ever seen' ahead of their Masters first-round clash at Alexandra Palace.
Snooker coach Joe Perry urges Neil Robertson to stay hungry after his Saudi Masters win and rise to world number three. The pair discuss motivation ahead of a Masters clash with Ronnie O'Sullivan.
BBC's Banjo Beale and husband Ro are breathing new life into remote Scottish island Ulva by converting a rundown mansion into a boutique hotel, featured in a new BBC series. Discover the island's revival.
Luke Littler heads to Riyadh after his second world title win, joined by Japanese cult hero Motomu Sakai and legend Paul Lim for the first-ever professional darts event in Saudi Arabia. Get the full line-up and dates.
Ronnie O'Sullivan has been fine-tuning his game at an 'old school' snooker club in Ireland ahead of his Masters return. The Rocket faces Neil Robertson on January 14.
Joe Perry urges snooker icons Ronnie O'Sullivan and John Higgins to follow Mark Williams' lead in accepting inconsistency to prolong their elite careers. Discover the insights ahead of the Masters.
Joe Perry, 51, clinched the Seniors British Open title in Derby, beating Jimmy White 7-5. The former world number eight reveals how he fell out of love with the pro tour but found joy again in the seniors circuit.
Four-time world champion Mark Selby identifies the young talents poised to challenge snooker's ageing elite, including Chinese stars and UK hopefuls. Discover the future of the game.
As Tiger Woods celebrates his 50th birthday, we examine the unparalleled career of golf's greatest icon, his battle with injuries, and the lasting impact he leaves on the sport. Discover the stories that defined an era.
Interior designer Joanne Hardcastle transformed her four-storey Batley home after buying it in 2000. She reveals her property journey and how its value has skyrocketed. Discover her tips for homebuyers.
Rory McIlroy finally dons the Green Jacket after a dramatic Masters victory, becoming the sixth golfer ever to win all four majors. Read the full story of his historic day at Augusta.
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The draw for the 2026 World Grand Prix in Hong Kong has thrown up thrilling first-round ties, including world champion Zhao Xintong against John Higgins. Discover all the key matchups and dates.
Chris Wakelin triumphs at the Scottish Open, winning £100,000 after battling pneumonia and a hospital dash for his baby daughter. Read his incredible story of resilience.
Matt Selt credits practice with snooker legends John Higgins and Ronnie O'Sullivan for his surprise Scottish Open semi-final place. Read his story and see who he faces next.
Rory McIlroy claims the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award after a stellar 2025, winning The Masters and leading Europe to Ryder Cup glory. Read the full story.
Anthony McGill is sounding positive after a 4-1 win at the Scottish Open. The Glaswegian snooker star is targeting a strong 2026 after rediscovering his form. Read his full interview here.
Ronnie O'Sullivan is in the draw for the 2026 German Masters, potentially ending a long absence from the Berlin event. Discover the draw details and his past history at the Tempodrom.
Neil Robertson pulls out of the Scottish Open with a strained piriformis muscle and disc injury. Get the latest snooker news, results, and updates from Edinburgh.
Mark Selby held off a fierce Judd Trump fightback to win the UK Championship 10-8, claiming his first Triple Crown title since 2021. Read the full match report from York.
Mark Selby beats Judd Trump 10-8 in a dramatic UK Championship final in York to win his third title and a £250,000 prize. Read the full match report.
The draw for the 2026 Masters snooker tournament is out, featuring Judd Trump vs Ding Junhui and a question mark over Ronnie O'Sullivan. The event runs from January 11-18 at Alexandra Palace.
Snooker icon Ronnie O'Sullivan has heaped praise on young talents Wu Yize and Michal Szubarczyk, comparing their styles to legends Steve Davis and Stephen Hendry. Discover his insights on the sport's future.
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Matchroom Multi Sport CEO Emily Frazer discusses the electric atmosphere of the 2025 Mosconi Cup, the Netflix documentary, and her vision for innovating snooker. Tune in to the team event at Ally Pally.
World number one Judd Trump progresses to UK Championship quarter-finals but confesses to crippling nerves in close matches, revealing a crisis of confidence. Read his candid interview.
Kyren Wilson's UK Championship hopes ended in frustration as he criticised 'awful' table conditions and cue problems after a 6-4 loss to Elliot Slessor in York.
Mark Selby discusses the unique atmosphere Ronnie O'Sullivan brings to snooker and why the sport will thrive after his eventual retirement. Read his full analysis.
Kyren Wilson reveals his World Championship-winning cue broke during a refurb. Now using a 'better' replica, he's auctioning the original for charity. Read his full story.
Ronnie O'Sullivan suffered a 6-4 defeat to Zhou Yuelong at the UK Championship, attributing a 'ropy' performance to experimenting with harder cue tips. Read his full analysis.