5 interesting facts about Snooker

Did you know these facts about snooker?

1. Snooker was invented in 1875 by Sir Neville Chamberlain, an army officer stationed in India.

2. The game was inspired by croquet, where players hit coloured balls through hoops in the ground.

3. The word "snooker" was a derogatory term used to describe inexperienced military personnel.

4. The game originally included 15 reds, yellow, green, pink, and black.

5. The World Championship, held annually since 1927, is one of the most prestigious and longest-running tournaments in the world. It is traditionally held at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, England.