The Welsh Open final is set to be an exciting event between Gary Wilson and Martin O’Donnell, and there is a significant amount of prize money on the line.
The winner will not only receive the coveted Ray Reardon Trophy but also take home a staggering £80,000. The prize money for each stage of the ranking event is as follows:
Last 64: £3,000
Last 32: £4,500
Last 16: £7,500
Quarter-final: £11,000
Semi-final: £17,500
Runner-up: £35,000
Winner: £80,000
Highest break: £5,000
Total: £427,000
The tournament is taking place at Venue Cymru in Llandudno and will be live on BBC Two in the UK. Viewers can also stream the event on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website.
Notably, snooker legend Ronnie O’Sullivan is not participating in the event, citing issues with stage fright as the reason for his absence.
This announcement comes after he pulled out of the German Masters in January for health-related reasons.
This decision has led to disappointment among his fans, as it’s the second time Ronnie has cancelled a match against the same opponent.
The Welsh Open is expected to be an engaging and exciting tournament, drawing the attention of snooker fans worldwide.
