Sky to broadcast new snooker “shoot-out” 18/05/2010 |
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World Snooker boss Barry Hearn has announced a new one-frame shoot-out event for the world's top 64 players that will be shown live on Sky.
The satellite broadcaster has not screened any World Snooker-sanctioned events since 2004, with its coverage of the sport limited to the Premier League.
But as part of his plans to revitalise the sport, Hearn has promised "non-stop breathtaking action" from the new tournament.
The event, which will have a random draw, will feature a 20-second shot clock and frames will not be allowed to take more than 12 minutes.
"It will be snooker at full throttle," said Hearn.
"It will test players to the limits of what they can do under pressure. They will have to make quick decisions and show their natural ability and plenty of bottle – with the chance to double their money for every game they win.
"There will be a very lively atmosphere so it might not be one for the purists, but we want to appeal to new and younger audiences and this is the perfect format to trial.
"This is among the most exciting ideas I've had since coming back into snooker and I can't wait to see it realised.
"It's one of a variety of new events on the calendar which will help to generate a new and wonderful era for snooker."
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