During the World Championship, a humorous incident occurred when a reflection of snooker player Hossein Vafaei made it look like a woman in the front row was participating in the match. This led to a flurry of lighthearted comments on social media, with some jokingly speculating on her qualifications to play.
In response to a question about the World Championship winner, Vafaei expressed dissatisfaction with the tournament location, criticizing the Crucible for its unfavorable environment and lackluster facilities. He compared it unfavorably to venues in other countries, describing it as smelling bad and feeling like practicing in a garage.
There has been speculation about the future of the Crucible as the tournament venue, especially after Ronnie O’Sullivan suggested that it should be moved to Saudi Arabia or China when the current deal expires in 2027. The debate around the potential relocation has garnered attention and raised questions about the future of the historic venue, which has hosted the tournament since 1977.
