Mark Allen is competing in the World Snooker Championship, aiming to secure his first world title at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. Allen, who has won 20 professional titles, emphasised the personal significance of winning the world championship, which he views as crucial to not considering his career a disappointment. As the tournament progresses, Allen is focused on achieving what he described as a childhood dream of lifting the championship trophy.

Meanwhile, Ronnie O’Sullivan, a seven-time world champion, has suggested relocating the World Snooker Championship from the Crucible, its home since 1977, to either Saudi Arabia or China. In an interview with The Sun, O’Sullivan cited the need for a larger venue and better facilities as reasons for the proposed change. He highlighted logistical issues at the current venue and advocated for alternative locations like Shanghai, Shenzhen, or Guangzhou, praising the resources and hospitality of potential hosting cities.

The discussions around the tournament’s venue continue as the start of the championship approaches on April 20, stirring debate among snooker fans and experts about the future of its location. Meanwhile, players like Mark Allen are focused on the competition itself, each aiming to claim the prestigious title at the historic Crucible Theatre.