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Mark Williams in action in February 2016
Mark Williams fumes at attempts to ban his break-off technique
The Welshman nudges the cue-ball into the back of the reds off the bottom cushion.
Apr 21, 22:33
Mark Allen pictured in January 2016
Mark Allen pays tribute to Barry Hearn after Crucible victory
Barry Hearn is stepping down as World Snooker Tour chairman.
Apr 20, 21:58
A general shot on the snooker World Championship trophy
Snooker spectators to return at Crucible in pilot event
Sport will be played in front of a crowd at two venues this weekend.
Apr 17, 09:07
Judd Trump pictured in January 2016
A closer look at snooker's response to the coronavirus pandemic
Competitions were able to take place, largely in a bio-secure bubble in Milton Keynes.
Mar 12, 08:41
Stephen Hendry pictured in 1997
Stephen Hendry marks comeback with first round defeat at Gibraltar Open
The seven-time world champion produced a break of 107 but bowed out in Milton Keynes.
Mar 2, 21:05
Barry Hearn pictured in April 2019
Barry Hearn handed OBE for services to sport
The 72-year-old from Chelmsford in Essex is the chairman of Matchroom Sport.
Dec 30, 23:43
Michael van Gerwen in action in March 2016
Barry Hearn says sport has been "slapped in the face" with tier 3 restrictions
Fans are allowed into the Alexandra Palace for Tuesday's first day of the sport's flagship tournament before London is moved into Tier 3.
Dec 15, 12:56
Barry Hearn pictured in April 2019
Barry Hearn goes into isolation after testing positive for coronavirus
Barry Hearn's son Eddie also returned a positive test last week.
Oct 4, 08:36
Stephen Hendry pictured in 1997
Seven-time world champion Stephen Hendry comes out of retirement
The Scottish seven-time world champion has signed up for two more seasons on the World Snooker Tour.
Sep 1, 23:14
Celtic manager Neil Lennon pictured on July 21, 2020
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on July 31
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the sports world.
Jul 31, 23:39
Judd Trump pictured in January 2016
Defending champion Judd Trump avoids 'Crucible Curse' to reach second round
Qualifier Tom Ford surged into 3-0 and 5-2 leads before Judd Trump ground his way back to seal a 10-8 win in the first round.
Jul 31, 23:33
Judd Trump pictured in January 2016
Judd Trump: 'Ronnie O'Sullivan should withdraw over coronavirus concerns'
O'Sullivan claimed that the sport's top stars are being treated like "lab rats".
Jul 30, 22:48
Judd Trump pictured in January 2016
Judd Trump slams Anthony Hamilton for "selfish" late withdrawal
Anthony Hamilton has pulled out of the Crucible due to health reasons.
Jul 30, 18:26
World Snooker chairman Barry Hearn speaks to the press during the Betfair World Snooker Championship at the Crucible Theatre on April 29, 2013
Barry Hearn confirms Anthony Hamilton withdrawal
'Sheriff of Pottingham' had been due to play on Friday.
Jul 30, 14:13
Barry Hearn pictured in April 2019
World Snooker Championship qualifiers to take place next month
A full line-up of 128 players will contest the four qualifying rounds, staged at the English Institute of Sport from July 21 to 28.
Jun 16, 17:33
Barry Hearn pictured in April 2019
Barry Hearn insists player safety will be top priority when snooker returns
Judd Trump will be among 64 players competing in Championship League Snooker at the start of June.
May 21, 17:58
Barry Hearn pictured in April 2019
Barry Hearn: 'PDC Home Tour will be fun, not perfect'
Two-time world champion Gary Anderson is set to miss out on the action due to wifi issues at home.
Apr 17, 11:39
Barry Hearn pictured in April 2019
Barry Hearn pays tribute to NHS after returning home from minor heart attack
The 71-year-old sports promoter is chairman of Matchroom, World Snooker and the Professional Darts Corporation.
Apr 8, 16:34
Tyson Fury pictured during his wrestling fight on October 31, 2019
Ahead of the Spanish Super Cup, a look at major sports events held in Saudi Arabia
The Middle East kingdom has come in for criticism from human rights campaigners.
Jan 7, 20:29
Judd Trump pictured in January 2016
Trump pockets title with 'ultimate shot' after winding down playboy ways
World Snooker chairman Barry Hearn feels Trump could earn £50m in his career.
May 7, 22:30
Ronnie O'Sullivan pictured in February 2016
Barry Hearn to talk with Ronnie O'Sullivan over 'damaging' comments
O'Sullivan infuriated World Snooker chairman Hearn when announcing the idea of a breakaway circuit at the UK Championship in York on Sunday.
Dec 7, 17:29
Ronnie O'Sullivan pictured in February 2016
Ronnie O'Sullivan happy to stay on World Snooker's Tour if changes are made
The 42-year-old spoke of creating a breakaway tour for elite players on Sunday.
Dec 3, 16:35
Ronnie O'Sullivan pictured in February 2016
Ronnie O'Sullivan launches fresh attack on World Snooker chief Barry Hearn
The five-time world champion has again voiced his frustrations and concerns about the sport in a series of tweets.
Nov 13, 12:53
Deontay Wilder celebrates after knocking out Artur Szpilka in the ninth round of their heavyweight title boxing fight at Barclays Center in New York on January 16, 2017
Deontay Wilder: 'I will fight Anthony Joshua'
Heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder says that he has agreed to face Anthony Joshua in his next fight in the UK.
Jun 12, 11:09
Anthony Joshua pictured at a computer game launch in August 2017
Deontay Wilder 'one of three possible opponents for Anthony Joshua'
Anthony Joshua's promoter reveals that Deontay Wilder is one of three potential fighters his client is considering for his next fight.
Apr 30, 21:23
Jeff Smith in action during the BDO Lakeside World Professional Darts Championships on January 10, 2015
Darts legend Eric Bristow dies, aged 60
Five-time world darts champion Eric Bristow dies at the age of 60.
Apr 5, 22:26
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Leyton Orient taken over by Eagle Investments 2017 Limited
Francesco Becchetti's time as Leyton Orient owner is over as business consortium Eagle Investments 2017 Limited takes over the National League club.
Jun 22, 19:14
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Leyton Orient winding-up petition dismissed at High Court
A winding-up petition against Leyton Orient is dismissed at a High Court hearing in London.
Jun 12, 11:46
Ali Carter in action against Mark Selby during the second round of The Dafabet World Snooker Championship at Crucible Theatre on April 25, 2014
Barry Hearn hits back at Ronnie O'Sullivan's 'bully' claims
Barry Hearn responds to comments made by Ronnie O'Sullivan at the weekend, insisting that appropriate action will be taken to "protect the reputation" of snooker.
Apr 17, 15:21
Ali Carter in action against Mark Selby during the second round of The Dafabet World Snooker Championship at Crucible Theatre on April 25, 2014
Ronnie O'Sullivan accuses World Snooker board of bullying
Five-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan hits out at World Snooker chairman Barry Hearn, accusing the governing body of bullying tactics.
Apr 16, 19:31
Jeff Smith in action during the BDO Lakeside World Professional Darts Championships on January 10, 2015
Phil Taylor announces retirement plans from PDC circuit
Phil Taylor reveals that 2017 will be his final year on the PDC Circuit, but he may still compete in the Premier League Darts and World Series.
Jan 27, 20:07
Jeff Smith in action during the BDO Lakeside World Professional Darts Championships on January 10, 2015
Interview: PDC world champion Gary Anderson
Sports Mole recently caught up with PDC world champion Gary Anderson ahead of the release of Fulwell 73's House of Flying Arrows documentary.
Nov 7, 17:00
Max Whitlock celebrates winning floor gold at the Rio Olympics on August 14, 2016
Gymnastics World Cup moves to London
The World Cup of Gymnastics will move from Glasgow to London's O2 Arena in 2017.
Sep 26, 20:34
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Kell Brook left with broken eye socket after defeat to Gennady Golovkin
Kell Brook requires an operation on a broken eye socket after taking a flurry of unanswered punches during Saturday's defeat to Gennady Golovkin at the O2 Arena.
Sep 11, 09:24
Ali Carter in action against Mark Selby during the second round of The Dafabet World Snooker Championship at Crucible Theatre on April 25, 2014
Steve Davis announces retirement
Steve Davis calls time on a snooker career that saw him clinch 28 rankings titles, six of which were World Championships.
Apr 17, 14:54
Karren Brady in a promotional still for The Young Apprentice
Karren Brady hits out at Olympic Stadium critics
West Ham United's vice-chairwoman Karren Brady insists that the club should be 'congratulated' for securing a deal to move into the Olympic Stadium.
Apr 16, 13:38
Generic image of a locker room
Referee reaches settlement with World Snooker over sex discrimination case
Referee Michaela Tabb agrees an out-of-court settlement with World Snooker after accusing the body of sex discrimination and unfair dismissal.
Sep 8, 14:01
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Fabio Liverani: 'Leyton Orient have the quality to stay up'
Leyton Orient manager Fabio Liverani insists that his side have the "quality" to beat the League One drop after defeat to Rochdale left them two points from safety.
Apr 22, 16:12
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On this day: Amir Khan defends world title against Paul McCloskey
On this day in 2011, Amir Khan successfully defended his WBA light-welterweight title against Paul McCloskey in Manchester.
Apr 16, 08:00
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Carl Frampton beats Chris Avalos: Twitter reacts
Sports Mole picks out some of the best Twitter reaction to Carl Frampton's victory over Chris Avalos.
Mar 1, 11:06