Masters Snooker 2026 Draw: Full Schedule, results, date, start time, how to watch, Prize Money, Tickets
The Masters is one of snooker’s three Triple Crown events and has been a fixture since 1975, making it the sport’s second-longest-running tournament after the World Championship. Only the top 16 players in the world qualify, and they compete in front of packed crowds at London’s Alexandra Palace.
Shaun Murphy lifted the trophy last year after beating Kyren Wilson 10–7, securing the second Masters title of his career. Both men return for the 2026 edition, joined by Scotland’s John Higgins. Ronnie O’Sullivan is also back in the chase, looking to extend his astonishing Triple Crown tally to 24.
The first-round draw was made during the UK Championship final, so the matchups are already locked in. Here’s a full guide to the tournament.
When is the Masters Snooker 2026?
What is the prize money at the Masters Snooker 2026?
The total prize fund is £1,015,000, distributed as follows:
Winner: £350,000
Runner-up: £140,000
Semifinalists: £75,000
Quarterfinalists: £40,000
First-round losers: £25,000
Highest break: £15,000
What trophy does the Masters winner lift?
The champion receives the Paul Hunter Trophy, named in honour of the three-time winner who passed away in 2006 at the age of 27.How can I watch the Masters Snooker 2026?
Every match will be broadcast live on the BBC, including coverage on BBC iPlayer and the Red Button.
What is the format of matches at the Masters 2026?
The first round, quarter-finals and semi-finals are played as best of 11 frames (first to 6). The final is a best of 19 (first to 10).
The tournament uses a single-table setup, meaning one match per session and a maximum of two per day.
What’s the first-round draw at the Masters 2026, Full Schedule, Dates, Start-times
Sunday 11th January
19:00 GMT: Mark Selby vs Xiao Guodong
Monday 12th January
13:00 GMT: Mark Williams vs Mark Allen19:00 GMT: Zhao Xintong vs Gary Wilson
Tuesday 13th January
13:00 GMT: Kyren Wilson vs Si Jiahui19:00 GMT: John Higgins vs Barry Hawkins
Wednesday 14th January
13:00 GMT: Judd Trump vs Ding Junhui
19:00 GMT: Neil Robertson vs Ronnie O'Sullivan
What’s the full schedule for the Masters Snooker 2026?
Sunday, January 11: First round (two matches)
Monday, January 12: First round (two matches)
Tuesday, January 13: First round (two matches)
Wednesday, January 14: First round (two matches)
Thursday, January 15: Quarter-finals (two matches)
Friday, January 16: Quarter-finals (two matches)
Saturday, January 17: Semi-finals
Sunday, January 18: Final
Who is favourite to win the Masters Snooker 2026?
Judd Trump leads the betting at 7/2, followed by Zhao Xintong at 5/1, Mark Selby also at 5/1, Ronnie O’Sullivan at 7/1, and Shaun Murphy at 10/1. John Higgins sits further out at 16/1.
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