Buy Tickets for Riyadh Season Snooker Championship 2024
Event Date & Time: Wednesday, December 18 – 20, 2024, TBD
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Riyadh Season will once again welcome the best snooker players on the planet from December 18th to 20th when the 2024 Riyadh Season Snooker Championship takes place in Boulevard City. The inaugural tournament, held in March 2024, marked a groundbreaking collaboration between His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), and the World Snooker Tour.
Snooker’s top stars are gearing up for an action-packed Riyadh Season Snooker Championship 2024, set from December 18th to 20th in the dazzling Boulevard City. This Riyadh Season tournament is more than just a sporting event; it is just one step of entertainment to achieve Saudi Arabia Vission 2023 and also a shot at a $1 million Golden Ball prize. With the world’s top 10 players competing, the stage is set for what could be the most lucrative tournament in snooker history.
The Golden Ball twist adds a unique edge. If a player achieves a 147-point break—the holy grail of snooker—they unlock the chance to pot the Golden Ball, earning an extra 20 points and an enormous $1 million bonus. In addition to the prize for winning the event, a player could walk away with over £1 million in prize money, making it the ultimate Christmas payday.
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Top Players to Battle for Glory in Boulevard City
The field for the tournament will feature the top 10 players based on the world rankings as of December 1st, 2024. Among those expected to compete are Ronnie O’Sullivan, Judd Trump, Luca Brecel, and Mark Williams—all gunning for a spot in snooker history. O’Sullivan, who triumphed in the March 2024 edition, is determined to defend his crown. In typical O’Sullivan fashion, the Rocket playfully said after his last win, “I thought I’d get the title this year and the Golden Ball next year. You don’t want to get it all at once!”
A Race to Riyadh with High Stakes
The countdown to the tournament has sparked what many are calling the “Race to Riyadh.” With only three ranking events left before the cut-off, every point counts. Players on the cusp of the top 10 have extra motivation to secure their place in the tournament and take part in one of the most lucrative events on the calendar.
The March 2024 inaugural edition was a huge success, with Ronnie O’Sullivan defeating Luca Brecel 5-2 in the final to win £250,000. However, despite the excitement surrounding the Golden Ball, no player managed to pot it in the first edition. Turki Alalshikh, chairman of the Riyadh Season, has now doubled the prize to $1 million, intensifying the stakes for the December showdown.
Saudi Arabia’s Growing Passion for Snooker
The Riyadh Season Snooker Championship reflects Saudi Arabia’s increasing investment in sports and international events. Turki Alalshikh emphasized the Kingdom’s growing interest in snooker, saying, “The fans love having the best players here, and the sport is growing quickly.” The collaboration between the World Snooker Tour (WST) and Saudi Arabia continues to flourish, bringing world-class events to the region and attracting new audiences.
WST Chairman Steve Dawson highlighted the importance of the event, noting, “It’s fantastic to see snooker gaining traction in Saudi Arabia, and we look forward to building on this momentum in December. The players are more motivated than ever to make the top 10 and compete for a place in what will be an extraordinary tournament.”
Tickets and Fan Experience
The December 18-20 championship promises top-level snooker and an unparalleled fan experience as part of the Riyadh Season festivities. Boulevard City, known for hosting high-profile events, offers a perfect backdrop for fans to witness some of the world’s best snooker. With tickets already in demand, fans are encouraged to book early to secure their spot at this once-in-a-lifetime event.
