World Snooker Championship 2022: Order of play, live scores, schedule and results from the Crucible

The climax of the snooker season is upon us with the biggest names in the sport contesting the World Championship at the famous Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. Mark Selby is the defending champion and opens his campaign, as is customary, on Saturday morning against Jamie Jones.

Selby has not played since losing to Liam Highfield in the last-64 of the Welsh Open in March, having spoken openly of his mental health issues at present. Ad/> Ronnie O'Sullivan comes into the tournament having moved back to world number one following an impressive season so far, and has a seventh world crown in his sights, which would draw him level with fellow great Stephen Hendry.

O'Sullivan opens up against Jackson Page in Saturday's afternoon session, but ahead of the tournament saw a fellow pro tell him he should retire. World ChampionshipO'Sullivan to face Gilbert in World Championship opener, Trump handed Vafaei test6 HOURS AGO However, The Rocket has picked Neil Robertson as the player to watch in Sheffield, with the Australian claiming four titles this season including The Masters in January.

Robertson has been drawn to face Ashley Hugill and gets his campaign under way on Monday. Judd Trump has struggled to maintain his lofty standards this season, with only two titles to his name at the Turkish Masters and the Champion of Champions, but can never be discounted and will be looking to underline his title credentials when he starts against Hossein Vafaei on Wednesday.

How to watch the event The World Snooker Championship 2022 will be available on Eurosport and discovery+, with all the latest news, reaction and highlights on Eurosport.com. Schedule and dates First round (best of 19 frames) Saturday, 16 April 10:00 Mark Selby (1) v Jamie