British Open 2025: what is the prize fund of the tournament and who participates.

According to The Sun: The world of snooker is preparing for the British Open 2025 tournament, where the best players will gather once again. Last year, Mark Selby won by defeating John Higgins 10-5.

Selby earned £100,000 for his victory in the final match. However, if he wants to win big prizes in Cheltenham again, he will have to overcome challengers such as the current world number one Judd Trump and reigning world champion Zhao Xintong.

Unfortunately, snooker fans will be disappointed with the news that Ronnie O'Sullivan will not be participating in this year's tournament.

What are the prize money for the British Open 2025?

The best players in the world will compete for a total prize fund of £502,000. The winner will receive £100,000 — the same amount that Mark Selby won in 2024. The organizers also announced a £5,000 bonus for the player with the highest break.

Here is a detailed breakdown of the prizes:

• Winner: £100,000
• Runner-up: £45,000
• Semi-finalists: £20,000
• Quarter-finalists: £12,000
• Last 16: £9,000
• Last 32: £6,000
• Last 64: £3,000
• Highest break: £5,000
• Total: £502,000

When will the British Open 2025 take place?

The British Open 2025 will take place from Monday, September 22, to Sunday, September 28. Session starts for spectators will be at 13:00 BST, and evening sessions will begin at 19:00 BST.

The first four rounds will be played in a best-of-seven frames format, quarter-finals in a best-of-nine, semi-finals in a best-of-eleven, and the final in a best-of-nineteen frames.

The tournament will be held at the racecourse in Cheltenham.

Former champions of the British Open

2024 Mark Selby2023 Mark Williams2022 Ryan Day2021 Mark Williams2004 John Higgins2003 Stephen Hendry2002 Paul Hunter2001 John Higgins2000 Peter Ebdon1999 Stephen Hendry1999 Fergal O'Brien1998 John Higgins1997 Mark Williams1996 Nigel Bond1995 John Higgins1994 Ronnie O'Sullivan1993 Steve Davis1992 Jimmy White1991 Stephen Hendry1990 Bob Chaperon1989 Tony Meo1988 Stephen Hendry1987 Jimmy White1986 Steve Davis1985 Silvino Francisco

The British Open is a long-awaited sporting showcase that attracts the brightest snooker stars and their fans from around the world. Ronnie O'Sullivan's withdrawal from participation is undoubtedly a significant loss, but the tournament still promises to be exciting thanks to the participation of other outstanding players. Fans' eyes are glued to an incredibly competitive event that promises real sporting drive and emotions.