The Bonus Arena in Hull.
The Bonus Arena in Hull.

Snooker stars heading to Hull for UK Seniors Snooker Championship

Some of snooker’s biggest names are returning to Hull next week for the Ways Facilities Management UK Seniors Snooker Championship.

The tournament takes place 4-7 January 2022 and will see the likes of Jimmy White, Stephen Hendry, Ken Doherty, Cliff Thorburn, John Parrott and tournament champion Michael Judge battle for the title.

Tickets for all sessions of the event are on sale now.

Snooker legend Jimmy White said: “The Bonus Arena is a great venue and Humberside has been a great area for snooker. You’ve had some great players from this part of the country over the years and to get the chance to play Seniors Snooker again in front of a crowd is brilliant.”

Jimmy White

Jimmy White is one of a host of stars appearing at this year’s UK Seniors Snooker Championship in Hull.

Jason Francis, Chairman of World Seniors Snooker, said: “It feels so long since we’ve been able to bring our Snooker to Hull but it’s so good to be back here at the Bonus Arena.”

The event will also be shown live on BBC Digital Channels and Superstar Online in China, bringing a global audience to Hull.

Dan Harris, General Manager at the Bonus Arena, said: “We are delighted to again be welcoming the UK Seniors Snooker to the Bonus Arena.

“The tournament is one of our favourite events in the calendar and will get 2022 underway in fine style.”

You can find out more about the event or buy tickets here.

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