SNOOKER is BACK once again and with more silverware on the line at the Welsh Open 2024 - and we will find out the winner TONIGHT!
Robert Milkins won last year's event, beating Shaun Murphy 9-7 in the final as Ronnie O'Sullivan crashed out in the quarter-finals.
But there will be a guaranteed new winner this year as Gary Wilson faces Martin O'Donnell in tonight's thrilling final.
Llandudno is hosting once again, having done so for the first time in the competition's history last year.
Is Ronnie O'Sullivan playing at the Welsh Open?
Ronnie O'Sullivan will NOT be in action at the Welsh Open next week.
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The Essex star was scheduled to play Scot Liam Graham in a held-over pre-qualifying match on Monday, February 12th.
However, he announced on February 10th that he would not be able to play - as he opened up on his battle with anxiety.
A statement from O'Sullivan read: "Morning guys, I wanted to let you know that I've decided I'm not able to play in Llandudno next week.
"It's hard to explain but for years I've suffered from stage fright at times, brought on by anxiety.
"It's not something I can predict or control but I try to manage it as best as I can.
"I'm sorry to everyone who's bought tickets but I just can't get my cue out when I feel like this and I think this [is] what's best for me right now.
"I still want to be around the tournament so I'll be doing some work with Eurosport and I hope to see you all there."
Welsh Open 2024 schedule
All UK times, schedule subject to change
Monday, February 12th
10:00-16:30 & 19:30-22:00
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Tuesday, February 13th
10:00-16:30 & 19:00-22:00
Wednesday, February 14th
10:00-16:30 & 19:00-22:00
Thursday, February 15th
12:30-16:30 & 19:00-22:30
Friday, February 16th
Quarter-finals (best of nine frames)
12:30-16:30 & 19:00-22:00
Saturday, February 17th
Semi-finals (best of 11 frames)
13:00-16:30 & 19:00-22:00
Sunday, February 18th
Final (best of 17 frames)
13:00-16:30 & 19:00-22:00
When is the Welsh Open 2024?
- The Welsh Open will begin on Monday, February 12 and conclude on Sunday, February 18.
- The tournament will be held at Venue Cymru in Llandudno, marking just the second time the competition hasn't been held in Cardiff or Newport.
What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
The Welsh Open 2024 will be shown live on BBC Two in the UK.
You can live stream all the action from the BBC iPlayer, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
The Welsh Open 2024 is FREE to watch on the BBC, so long as you have a TV licence.
