China Open Snooker: Schedule, Dates, and How to Watch

The World Snooker Tour calendar features the World Snooker Tour, bringing professional competition back to the Riverside Sports Centre in Taiyuan, China.

Tournament Favorites and Defending Champions

Defending champion Neil Robertson enters the event as the player to beat, though he faces a deep and competitive field. However, Trump faces tough opposition from a roster featuring Ronnie O’Sullivan, Zhao Xintong, Kyren Wilson, Mark Selby, and Shaun Murphy, all vying for the trophy in Taiyuan.

Broadcast Schedule and Streaming Options

Fans can follow the action through official broadcasting partners.

• Second Round: August 12 and August 13, broadcast on Eurosport 1 and HBO Max.
• Quarter-finals: Friday, August 14, at 08:00 and 14:15 on Eurosport 1 and HBO Max.
• Final: Sunday, August 16, concluding with the decisive sessions on Eurosport and HBO Max.

Subscription Plans and Access

Viewers looking to watch the tournament online can utilize dedicated streaming packages. According to HBO Max, subscribers can access the competition live via the app using the HBO Max Sports Plan, which also covers PGA Tour events. Additionally, viewers seeking broader entertainment and sports packages can opt for the HBO Max DAZN plan, priced at 44,99 euros per month, which bundles premium sports including LaLiga, Formula 1, MotoGP, tennis Grand Slams, and cycling Grand Tours.