Scottish Open Snooker 2026: Schedule, Draw, Dates, Venue, Format, How to watch, Full Prize Money Breakdown
The 2026 Scottish Open snooker tournament will take place from December 14 to December 20, 2026, at the Meadowbank Sports Centre in Edinburgh, Scotland.
The qualifying rounds will be held earlier in the season, from September 17 to September 23, 2026, at Leicester Arena in Leicester, England.
When is 2026 Scottish Open Snooker
The 2026 Scottish Open takes place from Monday 14 December to Sunday 20 December 2026.
Qualifying rounds are scheduled for 20–23 September 2026.
Where is 2026 Scottish Open Snooker Being Held?
The main event will be held at the Meadowbank Sports Centre in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Qualifying takes place at the Mattioli Arena (Leicester Arena) in Leicester, England.
How To Watch 2026 Scottish Open Snooker?
Coverage is expected to follow the usual Home Nations Series pattern:
United Kingdom & Ireland: TNT Sports and discovery+
Mainland Europe: Eurosport and discovery+ / HBO Max (depending on territory)
Other territories: WST Play (official World Snooker Tour streaming platform)
China and Asia: Local platforms such as Huya, Migu, and related services
Live scores, order of play, and highlights will also be available on the official World Snooker Tour website and app. Exact broadcasting details for 2026 will be confirmed closer to the event.
2026 Scottish Open Snooker Full Schedule
Qualifying rounds: September 17 to 23, 2026
Main event: December 14 to 20, 2026
Venue: Meadowbank Sports Centre, Edinburgh, Scotland
Qualifying venue: Leicester Arena, Leicester, England
Monday, December 14
The Scottish Open main event begins with the opening rounds and first sessions at Meadowbank Sports Centre.
Tuesday, December 15
Early-round matches continue as players compete for a place in the later stages.
Wednesday, December 16
The tournament continues with further early and intermediate-round matches.
Thursday, December 17
The remaining early-round matches take place, with players aiming to reach the quarter-finals.
Friday, December 18
Quarter-finals
The last eight players compete for places in the semi-finals.
Saturday, December 19
Semi-finals
The final four players battle for a place in the Scottish Open final.
Sunday, December 20
Final
Scottish Open Snooker Past Winners
Recent champions (Home Nations era):
2025: Chris Wakelin (def. Chang Bingyu 9–2)
2024: Lei Peifan (def. Wu Yize 9–5)
2023: Gary Wilson (def. Noppon Saengkham 9–5)
2022: Gary Wilson (def. Joe O’Connor 9–2)
2021: Luca Brecel (def. John Higgins 9–5)
2020: Mark Selby (def. Ronnie O’Sullivan 9–3)
2019: Mark Selby (def. Jack Lisowski 9–6)
2018: Mark Allen (def. Shaun Murphy 9–7)
2017: Neil Robertson (def. Cao Yupeng 9–8)
2016: Marco Fu (def. John Higgins 9–4)
Earlier notable winners include Ronnie O’Sullivan (1998, 2000), Stephen Hendry (1999), and several others from the tournament’s previous ranking incarnations.2026 Scottish Open Snooker Format
It is a full ranking event on the World Snooker Tour and part of the Home Nations Series.
Knockout format with 64 players in the main draw.
Matches up to and including the Last 16 are generally best of 7 frames.
Quarter-finals: best of 9 frames.
Semi-finals: best of 11 frames.
Final: best of 17 frames (played over two sessions).
The winner receives the Stephen Hendry Trophy and ranking points that count toward the official World Snooker Rankings. Prize money is expected to remain in line with recent editions (winner’s share around £100,000 from a total fund of approximately £550,000).
Scottish Open Snooker 2026 Prize Money: Full Payout Breakdown
The 2026 Scottish Open snooker tournament will offer a total prize fund of £550,400, with the winner receiving £100,000.
The tournament is scheduled to take place from December 14 to December 20, 2026, in Edinburgh, Scotland.
2026 Scottish Open Prize Money
Winner: £100,000
Runner-up: £45,000
Semi-finalists: £21,000
Quarter-finalists: £13,200
Last 16: £9,000
Last 32: £5,400
Last 64: £3,600
Last 96: £1,000
High Break: £5,000
How Much Does the Scottish Open Winner Get?
The 2026 Scottish Open winner will receive £100,000 from the £550,400 total prize fund.
The runner-up will earn £45,000, while each losing semi-finalist will receive £21,000.
The prize money decreases through each stage of the tournament, with players reaching the Last 96 guaranteed £1,000.
A separate £5,000 prize is also available for the tournament's highest break.
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