The 2023 World Snooker International Championship began in Tianjin on Sunday and will continue until Nov 12.

Prominent snooker players including World No 1 Ronnie O'Sullivan and top Chinese player Ding Junhui displayed their superior skills in the initial rounds.

As an internationally recognized A-level tournament, this event offers a substantial prize pool of ￡825,000 ($1.02 billion).

Looking at the current draw, it is evident that the competition will showcase numerous thrilling and intense matchups, promising an unforgettable snooker spectacle fans have been eagerly awaiting.