Snooker Welsh Open At Newport 2009

The world’s best snooker players will be back in Newport in February for the 2009 Welsh Open.

The world ranking tournament runs from February 16 to 22 at the Newport Centre and is set to feature star players such as Ronnie O’Sullivan, Stephen Hendry, John Higgins, home favourite Ryan Day and defending champion Mark Selby.

Tickets, starting at just £6, are now on sale and can be bought by calling 01633 656 757.

All of the world’s top 16 players are guaranteed a place at the venue, while Welsh stars Mark Williams, Matthew Stevens and Dominic Dale will have their qualifying matches held over to Newport to give their fans the chance to see them in action.

The tournament has a reputation for producing exciting snooker, with six of the last ten finals going to a deciding frame. Last year, Selby came from 8-5 down to beat O’Sullivan 9-8 in a classic contest.

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