Neil Robertson is the latest member of the world snooker elite to be heading to Shipley.
Gilstead snooker aficionado Keith Walker, who has been attending the World Championship at the Crucible for over 40 years alongside his wife Sue, has built friendly relationships with some of the sport’s top stars over the last few decades.
And his loyal support is often repaid by them coming over to the Bradford District for exhibition nights, with John Higgins, Shaun Murphy, Mark Selby and Mark Allen all heading over to the Shipley in the past two years.
Walker’s events with the best world snooker has to offer now tend to take place at the Saltaire Bar, which is where the night with Robertson will be held.
The Australian, who became world champion in Sheffield in 2010, is heading over to Shipley for the exhibition on Friday, April 11, 2025.
As usual, local amateurs will get the chance to take on Robertson, while he will also be signing autographs, then holding a Q&A following the action.
You can get in touch with Walker about the event on 07761 628384, whether that be to register your interest in taking on the Australian, or simply to book your spot in the crowd on the night.
It is a coup to get Robertson for that time of year, with the worlds starting in Sheffield just eight days after he appears in Shipley.
He could also have to enter in the qualifying stages, potentially playing for his place in the main draw just a day or two after this exhibition.
Born in 1982, Robertson had his sole Crucible success to date at the age of 28, before becoming world number one for the first time later that year.
He also held that honour on three separate occasions between June 2013 and January 2015.
Robertson has won an impressive 24 ranking titles during his career, with his latest one coming at the English Open in September 2024.
That was his first triumph at a ranking event since he claimed the Tour Championship crown in April 2022.
Currently ranked 18th in the world, Robertson has made five maximums in his professional career, with an eye-watering 961 century breaks to his name.
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