98-year snooker tradition could be SCRAPPED amid controversial plans to move World Championships to Saudi Arabia

SNOOKER’S 98-year-old World Championship trophy may be scrapped if the event leaves the Crucible — and the top prize could be £2MILLON.

Matchroom Sport president Barry Hearn has told Sheffield City Council he wants a bigger venue for the event by 2028.

PAThe World Championship trophy could be axed after 98 years if the tournament heads abroad[/caption] GettyBarry Hearn has warned the Crucible must be improved in the coming years[/caption]

If that does not happen, he is ready to transport it overseas...