Talking Snooker

A marquee episode of Talking Snooker for you. Phil and Nick have been joined by a bonafide great in John Higgins. We knew this would be good, but it genuinely surpassed all our expectations and we can't wait to hear what you think. open.spotify.com/episode/41Jcgk… #TalkingSnooker

One first time professional after his 14th crack at Q School, two bounce straight back onto tour and the Storm secures a fourth stint. Liam Davies looked good on the streamed table. Still huge potential at 19. Details from Q School 1 here👇 metro.co.uk/2026/05/25/fou…

‘People around you don’t really understand, people are like, “why are you still chasing? What are you doing?” ‘You’ve got to tell yourself you’re still young enough in the game of snooker and you’ve got to trust your own ability. If you don’t do it, who else will?’

Panchaya Channoi beats Reanne Evans 6-2 to win the Women's World Championship. Really impressive from the 18-year-old. Two centuries in the final and a nerveless 59 in the last frame. Beat Bai and Mink along the way and will get a tour card. What a few days for her!

Ronnie O'Sullivan adds another trophy to his collection at the Snooker 900 Global Championship. The Rocket calls for a Snooker 900 tour and reckons there would be a lot of interest. metro.co.uk/2026/05/17/ron…

Interesting news from China as a new snooker and pool team league has been launched, with pro players invited. The CBL hopes to 'help China move from a major billiards nation to a leading powerhouse.' Details here👇 metro.co.uk/2026/05/12/chi…

The World Women's Championship is in its new home at the Snooker Sports Arena in Changping. The new arena is only in a temporary set-up for this event. The plan is for 350 tables by next year and eventually 1,000 in a huge snooker hub. metro.co.uk/2026/05/12/wor…

The 2025-26 snooker season is over. Here's our review of the campaign on Talking Snooker. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/tal… Phil and Nick will now be off the air for a month, but will be back refreshed and raring to go for our summer season of episodes in June. #TalkingSnooker

Who knew the World Seniors Snooker Championship could be so controversial? Plenty of talking points from the Crucible as the Rocket wins the title. Here are the ups, downs and opinion-splitters from the Seniors 👇 metro.co.uk/2026/05/11/kne…

Ronnie O’Sullivan wins the World Seniors Championship, beating Joe Perry 10-4 in the final at the Crucible. #Snooker

I'm often accused of pontificating on issues - and let's be clear, it's sometimes a fair charge. So rather than me rattle on with my views, let's bring our old friend democracy into the game. Do you think it's right that Ronnie O'Sullivan is in the field for the World Seniors?

Many thanks for listening to the podcast throughout this season, and for all the kind words you've said about our work. We will now be taking our traditional annual break, and will return with our summer season of episodes in June. #TalkingSnooker

Talking Snooker is signing off for the 25-26 season. Here's our review of another long campaign, from Stephen Maguire's success in the Championship League last summer through to an unforgettable World Championship triumph for Wu Yize. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/tal… #TalkingSnooker

Phil and Nick will be back on the air tomorrow for the final Talking Snooker episode of the season. It will be available across the podcast world, including on Apple and Spotify. It will also be on our YouTube channel. We very much look forward to your company. #TalkingSnooker

I am pleased to say that @philhaigh_ and I will once more team up with @davehendon to bring you a Snooker Podcast Summer Special. Very much in the spirit of the old Summertime Specials on the BBC. If it helps, you can think of us as 'The Three Roys' - Castle, Hudd, Walker.

'I think I'm good enough. I've never been one to kid myself, but if I wasn't capable of winning a ranking event, even now, I wouldn't even be in Q School.' Spoke to Rob Milkins at the Crucible as he looks to save his career this month. metro.co.uk/2026/05/08/rob…

Major issues at the World Seniors Championship at the Crucible tonight. A fault with Table Two means play has ended on that side of the arena for the night. This shot from Matthew Stevens gives you an idea of how difficult conditions were. Pictures from Channel 5 #Snooker

Interesting debate on whether the World Seniors should be played at the Crucible. Dave Gilbert: 'I think that's shocking. It's not for hacking around in exhibitions. It's the Mecca of snooker.' Jimmy White to critics: 'Get a life!' metro.co.uk/2026/05/07/jim…

Have a drop of @TalkingSnooker in your life. There was a decent match the other day we have a chat about. open.spotify.com/episode/3q3EpX…

Hello everyone. Phil and Nick are back on the air to reflect on a classic World Championship final and glory at the Crucible for Wu Yize. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/tal… #TalkingSnooker