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What are the immediate consequences if the World Snooker Championship leaves Sheffield's Crucible Theatre?

Barry Hearn, president of Matchroom Sport, has threatened to move the World Snooker Championship from its long-time home, the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, after 2027 unless the venue is significantly upgraded. The current contract expires in 2025, and Hearn cites inadequate facilities and a need for increased prize money as reasons for the potential move. He emphasizes that the decision hinges on whether Sheffield City Council or the central government will invest in improvements.