Snooker fans fume as World Championship coverage changed because of Pope's death

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Snooker fans were left stunned and furious as the BBC abruptly pulled its World Championship coverage to report on the death of Pope Francis. As John Higgins battled Joe O’Connor at the Crucible, millions of viewers were left scrambling to find the match, only to be redirected to the red button or iPlayer. Social media erupted with complaints, calling the last-minute switch “ridiculous” and “unacceptable.”

In this video, we break down exactly what happened, the fan reactions, and how this major broadcasting decision affected one of snooker’s biggest events. Don’t miss our recap of Day Three, including Zhao Xintong's crucial win and Ronnie O’Sullivan's upcoming match!

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