Riyadh Season Snooker Championship 2025: What’s at Stake for Ronnie O'Sullivan and the Chance to Score 167?

The annual Riyadh Season Snooker Championship has returned!

This prestigious tournament features some of snooker's biggest stars, including [insert names].

Ronnie O’Sullivan returns to the table for this prestigious eventCredit: Getty

In last year’s final, Mark Allen took home the £250,000 prize.

The Northern Irishman triumphed with a score of 5-1 in the final after defeating [insert name] earlier in a thrilling semi-final.

Featuring 12 elite snooker players, the competition will last over three days.

This tournament includes a unique aspect that sets it apart from others, known as the Riyadh Season ‘Gold Ball’.

This unique , valued at 20 points and only potable at the end of a 147 break, will be utilized again, allowing for the potential of a player achieving a break of 167, which would set a new record in snooker history.

If any player manages to accomplish the remarkable 167 break, they will be awarded an incredible $1 million (£792,000).

What is the Riyadh Season Snooker Championship 2025 prize money?

A total of £785,000 will be available in Saudi Arabia as 12 stars compete for a significant payout.

Here is a complete breakdown of the prize pool:

• Winner: £250,000
• Runner-up: £125,000
• Semi-finals: £75,000
• Quarter-finals: £50,000
• Round two: £25,000
• Round one: £5,000
• Total: £785,000
• 167 break bonus: $1,000,000 (£792,000)

When is the Riyadh Season Snooker Championship 2025?

• The Riyadh Season Snooker Championship 2025 will kick off on Wednesday, November 19.
• The tournament will continue until Friday, November 21.
• It will be hosted at Boulevard City, Riyadh.