The stage is set at the Brentwood Centre for the 2024 English Open, and while the green baize is the battleground, the substantial prize money on offer is a major motivator for the world's best cueists.
This prestigious Home Nations series event boasts a total prize fund of £427,000, a significant sum that underscores the tournament's importance on the World Snooker Tour calendar. All eyes will be on the winner's share, which is a handsome £80,000.
The Road to Riches: A Full Prize Money Breakdown
While the champion will pocket the top prize, the financial rewards run deep, ensuring a profitable week for players who make a strong run. Here’s how the prize money is distributed:
- Winner: £80,000
- Runner-up: £35,000
- Semi-finalists: £17,500 each
- Quarter-finalists: £11,000 each
- Last 16: £7,500 each
- Last 32: £4,500 each
- Last 64: £3,000 each
Furthermore, the player who sinks the highest break of the tournament will earn an additional £5,000 bonus, adding an extra layer of excitement to every frame.
More Than Just Money: Ranking Points and Prestige
Beyond the immediate financial gain, the English Open offers crucial ranking points. Victory here provides a massive boost in the race to the World Grand Prix and the coveted end-of-season world number one spot. Defending champion Judd Trump will be looking to replicate his success and claim another huge payday, but he faces fierce competition from the likes of recent champion Mark Allen and a host of other snooker superstars.
The action promises to be fast, fierce, and financially rewarding for those who can hold their nerve under the bright lights of Brentwood.
