Title defense will be on the line this weekend as Judd Trump gears up to compete at the Northern Ireland Open in Belfast. The tournament, which marks the seventh ranking event of the season, promises to showcase some of the biggest names in the world of snooker at the prestigious Waterfront Hall. Alongside Trump, fans can expect to see world champion Kyren Wilson and local hero Mark Allen in action.

As the battle for the second Home Nations Series title of the season heats up, anticipation is high for a fierce competition among the top players at the Northern Ireland Open. Trump, the current World No. 1, will be looking to defend his title as the defending champion at the Waterfront Hall in Belfast.

Reminiscing on his victory last year, Trump reflected on his triumph over Chris Wakelin in the final, emerging victorious with a resounding 9-3 scoreline. However, the ‘Ace in the Pack’ is well aware of the tough competition he will face this year, with the likes of Ronnie O’Sullivan, Kyren Wilson, and Mark Allen all vying for the crown.

Having already clinched two ranking titles this season – the Shanghai Masters and Saudi Arabia Masters – Trump is undoubtedly in fine form. Despite his recent success, the snooker star has faced stiff competition in his last few outings, with China’s Xiao Guodong arriving in Belfast as the man of the moment following his impressive Wuhan Open victory.

The action kicks off on October 20, with fans able to catch all the live coverage on Eurosport and discovery+. With a lucrative £100,000 first prize up for grabs, the players will be leaving it all on the table in pursuit of snooker glory.

The Northern Ireland Open 2024 is scheduled to run from October 20 to October 27, culminating in a thrilling final featuring a two-session, best-of-17 frame showdown. Viewers in the UK and across Europe can tune in to Eurosport and discovery+ for live broadcasts of the event, while Eurosport.com will provide comprehensive coverage with live blogs, reports, reactions, and breaking news. Don’t miss a moment of the snooker action as the world’s top players converge in Belfast for what promises to be an epic showdown on the green baize.