World Snooker International Championship begins in Tianjin

Tianjin has a century-old history with snooker, having introduced the sport in the early 20th century.

With the remarkable growth and progress of sports in China, snooker has become a highly anticipated sporting event, attracting enthusiasts from all over the country.

Tianjin has previously expressed its ambition to establish itself as a premier "City of Sports" in China.

The city is dedicated to the comprehensive development of mass sports, competitive sports, the sports industry and sports culture, further augmenting its influence by hosting major sporting events.